Jonathan “JJ” Vasquez Jr., 18, remains in critical condition after being shot once while working at a Five Guys in Oxnard last Friday, his family said Wednesday. Oxnard police said he was on break and was not the intended target; investigators reported a 16-year-old suspect and others were involved in an altercation that led to one round being fired.
WHO:Jonathan “JJ” Vasquez Jr., 18, Santa Paula resident; family statement; Oxnard Police Department; a 16-year-old suspect
WHAT:A teen employee was shot once inside a Five Guys restaurant; he remains in critical condition.
WHEN:Aug 28, 2026
WHERE:Oxnard, CA
WHY:Police said an altercation involving a 16-year-old suspect and two other people led to one round being fired; the victim was not the intended target.
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