Oxnard, California – Two teenage students from Rio Mesa High School were arrested for allegedly causing an explosion on campus through arson. The incident occurred when the students ignited an aerosol can and threw it into a trash can, resulting in an explosion that caused minor injuries to a school official. The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene, located at 545 Central Ave. near Oxnard, and arrested the teenagers on multiple charges, including arson, assault with a deadly weapon, and possession of a destructive device.
The arrested students were booked at the Ventura County Juvenile Facilities complex near El Rio, with investigations ongoing by the sheriff’s arson investigator and major crimes unit. The motive behind the incident remains under investigation, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of school safety and the consequences of reckless behavior on campus.
In another incident, a violent altercation between two drivers on Highway 23 in Thousand Oaks left one man with severe injuries. The California Highway Patrol responded to the scene, where the injured man was found in the center median of the highway. The other driver involved had fled the scene, prompting authorities to issue a call for witnesses or anyone with relevant footage to assist in their investigation.
The CHP’s Moorpark-area office is actively seeking information regarding the fight on Highway 23 and encourages anyone with information to contact them. The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of road rage and aggression between motorists. As investigations continue, authorities stress the importance of reporting any suspicious or concerning behavior on the road to ensure public safety.