NEWS RELEASE:
District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today that Javier Gomez (DOB 11/22/05), of Thousand Oaks, was sentenced on May 26, 2026, to five years in state prison for a ...racially-motivated baseball bat attack on an African American man. Gomez previously pled guilty on April 27, 2026, to one felony count of assault with a deadly weapon. He also admitted all aggravating factors and charged special allegations, including the gang allegation, hate crime allegation and causing great bodily injury.
Senior Deputy District Attorney Hayley Moyer, a member of the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office Major Crime Gangs Unit, prosecuted the case.
“This brutal, racially motivated attack was fueled by hate and carried out with shocking violence,” Ms. Moyer said. “Ventura County prosecutors will not tolerate gang-related violence or crimes targeting individuals because of their race. This sentence holds the defendant accountable and reflects the serious harm inflicted on the victim and our community.”
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We are proud to congratulate Congresswoman Julia Brownley on being honored as this year’s Hope Hero at the 2026 Voices of Hope Gala.
Representing communities across Ventura County and the ...Conejo Valley, Congresswoman Brownley has been a steadfast advocate for survivors of violence, veterans, and working families. Through her leadership, more than $1.6 million in federal funding has been secured to expand critical services for survivors and their families through the Carmen Ramirez Family Justice Center in Oxnard and the East County Family Justice Center in Thousand Oaks.
Her commitment to safer, healthier communities continues to make a lasting impact throughout Ventura County. Congratulations, Congresswoman Brownley, and thank you for your unwavering support of survivors and families in need.
Ventura County Family Justice Center Foundation
Ventura County Family Justice Center
What an incredible night under the stars at the Hope Gala. ✨
We are grateful to everyone who came together to support the Ventura County Family Justice Center Foundation and its mission to... bring hope, healing, and support to survivors in our community.
Thank you to our generous donors, sponsors, supporters, and every guest who attended and helped make the evening so special. Your support continues to spread hope and make a meaningful difference in the lives of so many.
Together, we are building a stronger, safer, and more compassionate Ventura County. 💜
Please join us in welcoming Alexis Cardenas to the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office. Alexis was sworn in this morning as a Victim Advocate by Chief Deputy District Attorney Brent Nibecker ...and officially joined our team dedicated to supporting victims and survivors throughout the criminal justice process.
Victim Advocates play an important role in helping individuals and families navigate difficult circumstances by providing resources, guidance, and compassionate support every step of the way. We are excited to have Alexis as part of the office and look forward to the work she will do serving our community.
Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.
This Memorial Day, may we take a moment to ...reflect on the freedoms we enjoy because of their courage and dedication. 🇺🇸
#MemorialDay #HonorAndRemember
NEWS RELEASE:
Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today that Efran Esau Flores Alvarez (DOB 04/20/06), of Los Angeles, has been charged with nine felony counts of grand ...theft for allegedly participating in a series of catalytic converter thefts throughout Ventura County. Alvarez was arraigned in Ventura County Superior Court on May 21, 2026, and pled not guilty to all charges.
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The Ventura County District Attorney’s Office is seeking a forward-thinking technical leader who can bridge the gap between complex network infrastructure and daily legal operations as an Office ...Systems Coordinator III/IV!
This position provides technical assistance to our department by supporting and coordinating tasks related to office automation systems. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver, capable of managing high-level projects, and provide mentorship and/or supervisor to technical staff.
Apply today to join our team! Visit: venturacounty.gov/jobs
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The Ventura County District Attorney’s Office is seeking a forward-thinking technical leader who can bridge the gap between complex network infrastructure and daily legal ...operations as an Office Systems Coordinator III/IV!
This position provides technical assistance to our department by supporting and coordinating tasks related to office automation systems. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver, capable of managing high-level projects, and provide mentorship and/or supervisor to technical staff.
Apply today at the link in our bio.
NEWS RELEASE:
Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today that Ramon Joseph Rivas (DOB 02/17/90), of Simi Valley, pled guilty on May 20, 2026, to second-degree murder for the ...stabbing death of his girlfriend, Jessica Marie Tinoco. Rivas also admitted all special allegations and aggravating factors, including use of a deadly weapon, the crime involving great violence, the victim being particularly vulnerable, and strike priors.
Senior Deputy District Attorney John Barrick, a member of the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office Major Crimes Homicides Unit, is prosecuting the case.
“This murder was a tragedy, but what made it so uncomprehensible was the fact that the defendant murdered Jessica in front of her children,” Mr. Barrick said. “There is no amount of time the defendant could serve in prison that could ever balance the scales of justice against the horrors the children witnessed and the complete disregard for their wellbeing the defendant demonstrated on September 27, 2024. Yet, I am hopeful today’s guilty plea will begin the healing process that the children and Jessica’s family deserve.”
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