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Message from the President

Mike Gregson

Posted on September 14, 2020

Welcome to the Oxnard Peace Officers’ Association Website

In my 27 years with the Oxnard Police Department and nearly two years as the Oxnard Peace Officers’ Association (OPOA) president, I can proudly say that OPOA has been working harder than ever to protect the rights of members, fight for fair wages, benefits and representation, and give back to the great city of Oxnard through charitable contributions and community involvement. Read More

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The Oxnard Peace Officers Foundation is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization. It was created to help assist officers and their families in times of need as well as further grow and promote the relationships between officers and the community members of the City of Oxnard.

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Tribute to Fallen Officers

K9 Rudy

K9 K9 Rudy

Oxnard Police Department End of Watch: Apr 19, 2002

K9 Rudy was stabbed to death while apprehending a suspect who fled on foot during a traffic stop. Read More

James Rex Jensen, Jr.

Police Officer II James Rex Jensen, Jr.

Oxnard Police Department End of Watch: Mar 13, 1996

Officer James Jensen was shot and killed by friendly fire during a high risk warrant service. The agency's tactical team was serving a warrant on a house where three heavily armed drug-ring leaders were believed to be located. Read More

James Edward O’Brien

Detective James Edward O’Brien

Oxnard Police Department, CA End of Watch: Dec 02, 1993

Detective James O'Brien was shot and killed by a man who had shot seven people, killing three of them, during a shooting spree at an unemployment office. Read More

John Arthur Adair

Officer John Arthur Adair

Oxnard Police Department, CA End of Watch: Oct 07, 1980

Officer Adair was shot and killed while responding to a domestic dispute. Despite being mortally wounded, Officer Adair, and his partner, were able to return fire and killed the suspect. Read More

Frederick John Clark

Officer Frederick John Clark

Oxnard Police Department, CA End of Watch: Oct 12, 1971

Officer Clark was shot and killed when he responding to a domestic dispute between a man and a woman. As he approached their front door the man opened fire striking him four times. Read More

Albert Gasperetti

Officer Albert Gasperetti

Oxnard Police Department, CA End of Watch: Apr 15, 1956

Officer Albert Gasperetti was killed in an automobile accident while on duty. Read More

William E. Kelly

City Marshal William E. Kelly

Oxnard Police Department, CA End of Watch: Aug 20, 1921

Marshal Kelly and Sheriff Edward McMartin, of the Ventura County Sheriff's Department, were shot and killed during a shootout with a wanted man. The suspect was later shot and killed in a battle with pursuers. Read More

Andrew W. McNaughton

Night Watchman Andrew W. McNaughton

Oxnard Police Department, CA End of Watch: Mar 17, 1906

Night Watchman Andrew McNaughton was shot and killed while on duty. Read More

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  • Today marks the 23rd anniversary of the death of Officer James Rex Jensen Jr. Jim was born on 06/19/65 in Salt Lake City, Utah. After graduating high school, Jim joined the United States Marine Corps, where he served as a Military Policeman. After his military service, Jim was hired as a Deputy with the Ventura County Sheriff's Office. He worked there for 4 years, including time at the now shut down Honor Farm, before he lateraled to the Oxnard Police Department. Jim was an enthusiastic officer who enjoyed his job. He was active in patrol as well as his time off duty, where he volunteered as an assistant baseball coach at Sunset Little League. Because of Jim's dedication, skill, and commitment, he was selected as a member of the department's Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team, at that time, a collateral assignment, in 1995. Jim enjoyed the challenges the position presented and worked hard to excel at the position. On March 13th, 1996, the SWAT Team participated in a narcotics related search warrant on Manzanita Drive. During the service of the warrant, a light sound diversionary device (flash bang) was deployed to the second story of the location and SWAT operators moved tot he second story in order to clear the rest of the residence. During this time, another team member mistook Jim for a suspect and shot him multiple times. Jim was rushed to the hospital but succumbed to his injuries. Although the incident was especially tragic, many lessons were learned. The SWAT Team was transformed into a full time assignment (the Special Enforcement Unit, or SEU), where an extensive, annual training plan was developed in order to better train SWAT operators to avoid similar incidents in the future. Jim is survived by his wife, Jenny, and two daughters, Lindsey and Katie. Please take the time throughout the day to remember Jim and the ultimate sacrifice that he made. If you would like to visit his final resting place, Jim is buried at Ivy Lawn Memorial Park, 5400 Valentine Road, in the City of Ventura, Section K, Plot 608, Grave #9. In keeping with tradition, A floral arrangement has been placed there by the OPOA.
  • Today marks the 23rd anniversary of the death of Officer James Rex Jensen Jr. Jim was born on 06/19/65 in Salt Lake City, Utah. After graduating high school, Jim joined the United States Marine Corps, where he served as a Military Policeman. After his military service, Jim was hired as a Deputy with the Ventura County Sheriff's Office. He worked there for 4 years, including time at the now shut down Honor Farm, before he lateraled to the Oxnard Police Department. Jim was an enthusiastic officer who enjoyed his job. He was active in patrol as well as his time off duty, where he volunteered as an assistant baseball coach at Sunset Little League. Because of Jim's dedication, skill, and commitment, he was selected as a member of the department's Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team, at that time, a collateral assignment, in 1995. Jim enjoyed the challenges the position presented and worked hard to excel at the position. On March 13th, 1996, the SWAT Team participated in a narcotics related search warrant on Manzanita Drive. During the service of the warrant, a light sound diversionary device (flash bang) was deployed to the second story of the location and SWAT operators moved tot he second story in order to clear the rest of the residence. During this time, another team member mistook Jim for a suspect and shot him multiple times. Jim was rushed to the hospital but succumbed to his injuries. Although the incident was especially tragic, many lessons were learned. The SWAT Team was transformed into a full time assignment (the Special Enforcement Unit, or SEU), where an extensive, annual training plan was developed in order to better train SWAT operators to avoid similar incidents in the future. Jim is survived by his wife, Jenny, and two daughters, Lindsey and Katie. Please take the time throughout the day to remember Jim and the ultimate sacrifice that he made. If you would like to visit his final resting place, Jim is buried at Ivy Lawn Memorial Park, 5400 Valentine Road, in the City of Ventura, Section K, Plot 608, Grave #9. In keeping with tradition, A floral arrangement has been placed there by the OPOA.
  • The OPOA is at Kern County for a luncheon to show our appreciation for all the Kern County law enforcement and fire agencies who were there for us and Ofc Langford in our time of need. Thank you so much! #tom8strong
  • These dedicated individuals in the picture are what we as Oxnard Police and as the Oxnard Police Officers Association pride ourselves on. These officers embody our values. They served their country honorably. That wasn’t enough for them so they decided to continue their service within our community. We are proud to honor these veterans who are attending a fundraiser For The Troops at the Ronald Reagan Library. Thank you for your continued service and protecting our community. #wesaluteyou #usarmy #usmarinecorps
  • We had the honor of celebrating the life of Police Service K9 Jax today. We wish his handler Ofc Casson our prayers. Jax was the epitome of a police K9. We have the best K9’s and K9 handlers in the country and Jax was leader of the pack. It was an honor to have served with you Jax. To our K9 handlers, we are here for you and are so proud of you. Here’s to the life of Jax. Rest easy, partner. @oxnard_police_seu @oxnardpolicek9
  • We could not be more proud of our officers! OPOA members opened their wallets and bought toys to donate to Spark of Love at Walmart today. These are the types of things our members do for our community. Awesome job! #sharingiscaring, #spreadingholidaycheer, #soproud, #oxnardpd
  • Early morning for our officers. Dedication and determination. We are here for the community. Be safe everyone. @venturacountyfire @venturacountydsa @oxnardpolicedept @oxnardpolicek9 @oxnard_police_seu
  • During times of emergencies it’s awesome to see the communities come together for a common purpose. Our officers have been working nonstop all throughout the county. We couldn’t be more proud!
  • Kona Ice just arrived and it’s an instant hit! #oxnardpoa