At 10:30 a.m. on September 10, 2024, deputies responded to an urgent call at 4300 Hitch Road in Moorpark. The situation escalated when authorities discovered a man armed with three handguns and two rifles, one described as a high-power rifle with sniper-like range. Due to the threat, all deputies, except for SWAT, were repositioned to Hitch Road and Los Angeles Avenue. A reverse 911 alert instructed residents to shelter in place as evacuations were underway.
A significant law enforcement presence remains at the scene, with resources from across the county, including helicopters, drones, SWAT teams, and negotiators. Traffic in the area has been severely affected. While at least one gunshot has been reported, authorities confirm the man is still in communication and has not self-inflicted harm. The standoff continues as negotiators work to resolve the situation peacefully.