police-shooting · Oxnard, California

What happened after a man with a machete was shot and a K-9 was deployed in an Oxnard restaurant?

What happened?

Anastacio Meneses, identified as the man wielding a machete in an Oxnard restaurant, was shot by police and apprehended by a K-9 after allegedly charging officers. He remains hospitalized with pending felony charges, while the involved officers and K-9 have returned to duty.

Interim public outcome

Last checked: Jun 14, 2026
Sources: Police1; FOX 11 Los Angeles; YouTube (Oxnard Police Department); Patch

Timeline

  1. Oxnard Police responded to a report of a man with a machete at "Autenticos Oaxaqueños" restaurant, leading to an officer-involved shooting and K-9 deployment. Anastacio Meneses was shot and apprehended.

  2. Meneses was transported to Ventura County Medical Center for treatment of gunshot wounds and remained in critical but stable condition. Police Service Dog "Al" received treatment for a minor cut.

  3. The Oxnard Police Department released body camera video and a critical incident community briefing, identifying Anastacio Meneses, Officer Brandon Castillo, and K-9 Officer James Kitka.

  4. Officer Brandon Castillo, who fired his weapon, returned to duty after being placed on leave following the incident. Police Service Dog "Al" also returned to duty.

  5. Anastacio Meneses remains hospitalized with pending felony charges, including assault with a deadly weapon and felony assault of a police service dog, upon his release. Investigations are ongoing.

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