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On February 11, 2023 at approximately 9:22 P.M, Oxnard patrol officers were conducting an investigation regarding an assault with a deadly weapon and criminal threats.
During the investigation, officers learned that the suspect, Martin Rojas, was inside of a residence in the 2600 block of Lilac Walk.
When officers attempted to contact Rojas, he closed the front door to the residence and refused to exit the residence.
Members of the Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT) and Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) responded to assist.
Officers continued to try and establish communication with Rojas for over 5 hours. After Rojas failed to comply with the officers, SWAT Officers inserted chemical agents into the residence.
Rojas quickly exited the residence and surrendered to officers without further incident
Rojas was arrested for Assault with a Deadly Weapon and Criminal Threats, both felonies. He was booked into Ventura County Jail.
The Oxnard Police Department is committed to reducing violent crime in the City of Oxnard. Anyone with information regarding this case or other criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600, or online via the Oxnard Police Department’s website: www.oxnardpd.org, and clicking on “Report Suspicious Activity.” You can remain anonymous if you choose to do so by calling the Ventura County Crime Stoppers. at (800)222-8477. You can also visit their website: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.
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