r/venturacounty

Hi folks, I wanted to check in because I was looking to make a public comment at the next City Council meeting regarding ALPR (Flock, Axon, Vigilant Solutions, etc.) cameras. I firmly believe that deploying a network of mass surveillance devices that collect identifying information that can be accessed by law enforcement agencies without a warrant is a complete violation of privacy and, in general, not chill at all.

I'm aware that City Council doubled down on the use of ALPR cameras late last year, and I'm wondering if any of you have been paying attention to recent meetings and if people have been consistently bringing up concerns around ALPRs since the contract was approved back in October of 2025.

Do you feel safer?

Do you think paying for these services has been a net positive or negative?

Any insight on this would be welcome, whether it's pro or anti ALPR cameras.

Thanks!

Would be nice to be beach side while watching a fireworks show.

I wish the bus ran on holidays around here...people still gotta get around to see family and do their shopping

Hello, I have a cat I love very dearly and need to find a home that can foster him for me. I can provide all his needs (litter, food, medical) but I dont have a space he deserves for him to live in. 

Hes 12 and about to be 13 in September. He gets tummy sick pretty often but my boss, who is a veterinarian, said its just old age and he just needs pepcid daily. 

Hes good with other cats, not a huge fan of dogs but just avoids them. He is comfortable and happy with anyone who will look his way for even a second. He even purrs at the vet and getting his nails clipped. Hes a non stop purrer. 

Please let me know if this is an arrangement than can work for anyone available. I love him so very much and he deserves the world. 

It has been 3 weeks and my speeding ticket has not shown up on the court website. I am nervous that if I forget to pay my ticket because it never showed online then I will get warrant for my arrest. Have anyone had any similar expriences? How long had you have to wait to be able to view your citation on the court website? Thanks!

"A shooting involving a law-enforcement officer occurred Thursday afternoon at a hospital in Thousand Oaks, but whether anyone was struck by gunfire was unclear.

Few details were immediately available about the shooting, which happened at Los Robles Regional Medical Center near the intersection of Janns and Lynn roads.

Spokespersons for the Simi Valley Police Department and Ventura County Sheriff's Office confirmed that both agencies responded to the scene.

Whether it was an officer, deputy, or suspect who opened fire was unknown." - ABC7 Los Angeles

My family and I are currently living in Camarillo and renting. My four kids attend the local elementary and middle school in Camarillo. We are looking to purchase a property and are interested in the new Limonieria development in Santa Paula. The Santa Paula schools aren’t very well rated academically, so I’m cautious to move as good schools is one of my top priorities when choosing a home.

Has anyone had any experience with the Santa Paula Unified School District? If you live in Santa Paula, where do your kids attend school?

Party of 3. All adults. We’ll be in Camarillo but can go anywhere. She likes all types of food. Doesn’t like any fuss or attention from the wait staff.

hi all I was just at ventura marriott for a conference and this cute disney-like guinea pig I guess was either abandoned or lost at the state beach right across. I've seen it there 3 mornings in a row. I tried to rescue it today but it crawled into one of the ground squirrel holes. Please let me know if you do rescue it. I'm willing to pick up and drive it home I just had to leave. I live in downtown LA.

update I called animal services they said they don't really rescue guinea pigs but maybe they'll drive by in a few days.

UPDATE: @Anxiously_DingDong FOUND HER AND GOT HER AND IS A STELLAR HUMAN BEING AND SO ARE ALL OF YOU. THANK YOU FOR JOINING ON THIS SAGA. I AM ACTUALLY CRYING.

UPDATEEEEE went to meet up with @anxiously_dingdong hit traffic 15 minutes from home with the baby. Reddit really for the win. Thank you all for being amazing humans. I was crying so much on the way back.

Last update: I made her an IG in case you wanted to follow her adventures! Her vet visit is Monday so we’ll find out what her details are! https://www.instagram.com/daisyp\_guineapig?igsh=MXBwOGZubXZib2hjYw%3D%3D&utm\_source=qr

I’m looking for a good tailor / alterations in the area. The dry cleaners do an OK job, but I’d like to find a new spot to get suits and pants fixed. Thanks!

"A teenager was found guilty of first-degree murder for beating and stomping a man to death outside a church in Oxnard.

The deadly attack occurred on June 4, 2025, when the boy was 14 years old at the time, the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office said.

Surveillance footage of the incident showed the victim, Davy Glen Pichel, 67, was sitting next to his wheelchair near the entrance of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church.

Two juvenile suspects, who were both 14 years old at the time, were seen approaching Pichel before violently beating and stomping him to death, prosecutors said.

They briefly walked away, but came back and took turns repeatedly stomping on the victim. During the attack, authorities believe they removed some of the man’s clothing before fleeing the scene.

The next day, a church volunteer discovered Pichel unresponsive and with significant injuries to his head and face. He was also found partially unclothed.

Oxnard police were called to the scene where Pichel was pronounced dead by paramedics. Two days later, police confirmed the teen suspects were located and arrested.

In January 2026, one teen pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and was sentenced to the maximum base term of seven years in the Secured Youth Treatment Facility.

The second teen, who is now 16 years old, was found guilty of willful, deliberate and premeditated first-degree murder, prosecutors announced on June 26, 2026.

A sentencing hearing is scheduled for July 13 at the Juvenile Justice Center in Oxnard. He faces a maximum base term of seven years in the Secured Youth Treatment Facility. The teens’ identities were not released due to their minor status.

. . .

'Under California law, a juvenile who commits murder may be committed to the Secured Youth Treatment Facility for four to seven years,' the DA’s Office said. 'No matter what the sentence, the juvenile court only has jurisdiction over a person until the age of 25 years old.' " - KTLA 5 News

I really hope any couple looking at The Colony Estate in Camarillo sees this before signing anything.

I watched the Ventura County hearing about this venue, and honestly, the whole thing is disturbing. This is the kind of information families should be told before they hand over thousands of dollars for a wedding.

This venue has a Ventura County case tied to operating as an unpermitted commercial event venue and must cease all operations.

County case information link:CV24-0856

From what was discussed at the hearing, the County upheld the violation. The first violation was given on December 2024. There was also discussion about noise complaints, neighbors being affected, and law enforcement responding to events at the property.

Neighbors on Nextdoor have also posted about protesting the venue, and there have been posts in Facebook groups warning couples to be careful as well

A wedding is one of the biggest days in a family’s life. People book venues, hire vendors, send invitations, and trust that the venue is allowed to do what it is selling. No couple should find out later that the venue they booked is un-permitted and operating illegally.

Body Cam Police Footage going to multiple weddings at this venue

For neighborhood discussion, search Nextdoor for: Las Posas Estates Protesting outside the venue

Before anyone books this venue, please ask for everything in writing. Are they currently authorized by Ventura County to host commercial weddings and events?

I am posting this to protect couples from being hurt on their special and to be extremely cautious about booking venues like this.