NEWS RELEASE:
Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today that Jaden Joseph Pullen (DOB 01/30/98), of Ojai, changed his plea today in a case where he is charged with five Read moresexual assault felonies against two victims. Pullen pled guilty to two counts of forcible rape, one count each of forcible oral copulation on a minor over 14, oral copulation of a person under 18, and unlawful sexual intercourse. He also admitted to the aggravating circumstance of engaging in violent conduct.
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Today, Chief Deputy District Attorney Paul Nuñez joined elected officials, spiritual leaders and community leaders at Temple Beth Torah in Ventura to stand together against antisemitism and hate in Read moreall its forms.
Following recent graffiti vandalism at Temple Beth Torah, Higher Vision Church and Juanamaria Park, Chief Deputy Nuñez emphasized that these are places where everyone should feel welcome, safe and able to gather.
“Fighting antisemitism is not just the responsibility of the Jewish community. It is the responsibility of all of us.”
The Ventura County District Attorney’s Office stands with our Jewish neighbors and all of our faith communities. We will continue working with the Ventura Police Department and community partners to investigate these crimes and hold those responsible accountable when the evidence supports criminal charges.
Believe it or not, this is a car.
The damage left behind after a horrific crash on local streets. Speed is believed to have played a factor in this deadly crash.
Speeding is more Read morethan a traffic violation. It can mean the difference between getting home safely and never making it home.
Speed Kills. Slow down. Drive safely.
NEWS RELEASE:
Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today that the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office joined a statewide enforcement action resulting in a $3.15 Read moremillion settlement with Terminix International Inc. and Rentokil North America Inc. (collectively Terminix). The settlement, filed in Alameda County Superior Court, resolves allegations involving the improper handling and disposal of pesticide and hazardous waste, as well as the improper disposal of customer records containing personal information.
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💻🔌 Happy National IT Professionals Day!
Today, we’re giving a shoutout to the team that keeps the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office plugged in, connected and online.
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From keeping our systems running and our technology working to troubleshooting the inevitable “have you tried turning it off and back on?” moments, our IT professionals help keep our office moving every day.
Thank you to our IT team for everything you do behind the scenes to keep us connected, secure and ready to work.
We appreciate you! 👏
NEWS RELEASE:
Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today that former Los Angeles Police Department detective and convicted rapist Michael Douglas Brambles (DOB 11/27/48), ofRead more Santa Maria, pleaded not guilty on September 11, 2026, in connection with the 1994 kidnapping for robbery of a Thousand Oaks business owner. Brambles is charged with kidnapping to commit robbery while personally using a firearm. The complaint also alleges several aggravating circumstances, including that the crime involved great violence, the victim was particularly vulnerable, the manner in which the crime was carried out indicated planning, sophistication or professionalism, and that Brambles engaged in violent conduct indicating a serious danger to society.
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News Release: Lowe’s Ordered to Pay $546,600 for Violating California Gift Card Law
District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today that Lowe’s Home Centers, LLC entered into a stipulated Read morejudgment in Sonoma County Superior Court and will pay $546,600 in civil penalties, costs, fees, and restitution. The settlement resolves a civil enforcement action brought by the District Attorneys’ Offices of Ventura, Sonoma, and Los Angeles Counties alleging violations of California’s Gift Card Law.
“Every company in California is expected to follow the law, especially when those laws protect California consumers,” said Senior Deputy District Attorney Andrew Reid, who prosecuted the case. “Consumers are entitled to request any balance below $15 on a gift card which they lawfully possess.”
https://da.venturacounty.gov/2026/09/lowes-ordered-to-pay-546600-for-violating-california-gift-card-law
Senior Deputy District Attorney Stu Gardner recently spoke with real estate professionals in Westlake Village about real estate fraud, sharing information to help brokers, title officers and mortgageRead more brokers recognize and prevent fraud.
Thank you to Charlene Siemon for inviting the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office to be part of the conversation and for helping bring this important topic to local real estate professionals.
Protecting our community from fraud takes all of us working together.
Please join us in welcoming our newest Victim Advocate, Jaidi Cazares, to the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office!
Jaidi was officially sworn in today by Chief Deputy District Read moreAttorney Brent Nibecker. We’re excited to have her join our team and look forward to the important work she’ll do supporting victims and their families throughout the criminal justice process.
Welcome to the team, Jaidi!