Ventura County Medical Examiner’s Office releases 2024 Overdose Report

February 21, 2025

Special Report: 2024 Fatal Overdoses

1,931 deaths were reported to the Ventura County Medical Examiner’s Office during the 2024 calendar year. Jurisdiction was accepted for 903 of these deaths, requiring further investigation and certification. Postmortem examinations were performed on 701 cases. Of the cases investigated, 200 deaths were due to overdose with illicit drugs medications, alcohol or other substances.

Of the 200 overdose deaths, 183 were accidents, 15 were suicides and two deaths were of undetermined manner. Of these overdose deaths, men accounted for 145 deaths (72.5%) and women accounted for 55 deaths (27.5%).

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🍓Happy California Strawberry Day!🍓

There’s no better place to celebrate than right here in Ventura County, where our world-famous strawberries thrive thanks to the hard work of local growers and the support of dedicated public agencies.

The Ventura County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office plays a key role in keeping our strawberry industry strong—protecting crops, managing invasive pests, and partnering with programs like the UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County to promote sustainable practices.

Whether it’s ensuring healthy fields or educating our community on how to protect crops like strawberries, their efforts help Ventura County lead the way in California agriculture.

#CaliforniaStrawberryDay #VenturaCounty #NationalAgricultureMonth

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🍓Happy California Strawberry Day!🍓

There’s no better place to celebrate than right here in Ventura County, where our world-famous strawberries thrive thanks to the hard work of local growers and the support of dedicated public agencies.

The Ventura County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office plays a key role in keeping our strawberry industry strong—protecting crops, managing invasive pests, and partnering with programs like the UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County to promote sustainable practices.

Whether it’s ensuring healthy fields or educating our community on how to protect crops like strawberries, their efforts help Ventura County lead the way in California agriculture.

#CaliforniaStrawberryDay #VenturaCounty #NationalAgricultureMonth

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ReFrame VC 2025 is almost here! Connect with artists, culture-makers, and creative pros, get inspired, and join us in positioning arts & culture as a key part of our local economy.

✨ More information here: https://reframevc.org/

🗓️ April 6, 2025; 10 am - 6 pm
📍 Studio Channel Islands, Camarillo, CA

Presented by @thousandoaksarts and @countyofventura

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REPOST: @thousandoaksarts
ReFrame VC 2025 is almost here! Connect with artists, culture-makers, and creative pros, get inspired, and join us in positioning arts & culture as a key part of our local economy.

✨ More information here: https://reframevc.org/

🗓️ April 6, 2025; 10 am - 6 pm
📍 Studio Channel Islands, Camarillo, CA

Presented by @thousandoaksarts and @countyofventura

✨Board of Supervisors Agenda Highlight

At Tuesday`’s meeting, the Ventura County Board of Supervisors approved a grant to expand the Pets for Life program through Ventura County Animal Services (VCAS). This initiative provides free microchips, pet food, veterinary care, and essential support to help families in need keep their pets at home — reducing the number of animals entering shelters.

By investing in proactive, community-based solutions, the County is expanding support for pets & families.

📖 Read the full release here: https://rb.gy/o8ddhb

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✨Board of Supervisors Agenda Highlight

At Tuesday'’s meeting, the Ventura County Board of Supervisors approved a grant to expand the Pets for Life program through Ventura County Animal Services (VCAS). This initiative provides free microchips, pet food, veterinary care, and essential support to help families in need keep their pets at home — reducing the number of animals entering shelters.

By investing in proactive, community-based solutions, the County is expanding support for pets & families.

📖 Read the full release here: https://rb.gy/o8ddhb

👉Did you miss today`s Board of Supervisor`s meeting?
Here`s a highlight, the Board approved a major investment in cleaner air and better public health at the Ray D. Prueter Library in Port Hueneme!

With a $200,000 grant from Ventura County Air Pollution Control District and an additional $200,000 from the Library’s Education Fund, the library will upgrade all nine HVAC units, qualifying it to serve as a safe space during wildfires or other poor air quality events.

🔗Read the full press release: https://rb.gy/wm4bj8

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👉Did you miss today's Board of Supervisor's meeting?
Here's a highlight, the Board approved a major investment in cleaner air and better public health at the Ray D. Prueter Library in Port Hueneme!

With a $200,000 grant from Ventura County Air Pollution Control District and an additional $200,000 from the Library’s Education Fund, the library will upgrade all nine HVAC units, qualifying it to serve as a safe space during wildfires or other poor air quality events.

🔗Read the full press release: https://rb.gy/wm4bj8

❗️REMINDER: The Ventura County Board of Supervisor`s meeting is tomorrow.
📅Tuesday, March 18, 2025
⏱ 8:30am
👉Attend in person or participate virtually.
👉View the agenda & live stream at www.ventura.org/bosmeetings

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❗️REMINDER: The Ventura County Board of Supervisor's meeting is tomorrow.
📅Tuesday, March 18, 2025
⏱ 8:30am
👉Attend in person or participate virtually.
👉View the agenda & live stream at www.ventura.org/bosmeetings

📢🏠Join us for an empowering workshop on fair housing rights hosted by the Housing Rights Center and the County of Ventura, Tuesday, March 18, 2025 from 6pm to 8pm.

Whether you are a tenant, property owner, nonprofit or public representative — this session is designed to provide you with essential knowledge about fair housing laws, disability accommodations, landlord/tenant rights, responsibilities and more.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to educate yourself and advocate for housing equality.
Registration info below 👇
Learn more here: housingrightscenter.org/workshops
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Únase a nosotros para un taller de empoderamiento sobre los derechos de vivienda justa organizado por el Centro de Derechos de Vivienda y el Condado de Ventura, martes 18 de marzo 2025 de 6:00pm - 8:00pm.

Si usted eres un inquilino, propietario, sin fines de lucro o representante público - esta sesión está diseñada para proporcionarle los conocimientos esenciales sobre las leyes de vivienda justa, las acomodaciones para personas con discapacidades, propietario / inquilino derechos, responsabilidades y mas.

No se pierda esta oportunidad para educarse y abogar por la igualdad de vivienda.

Información sobre la registración abajo 👇
Más información: www.housingrightscenter.org/workshops

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📢🏠Join us for an empowering workshop on fair housing rights hosted by the Housing Rights Center and the County of Ventura, Tuesday, March 18, 2025 from 6pm to 8pm.

Whether you are a tenant, property owner, nonprofit or public representative — this session is designed to provide you with essential knowledge about fair housing laws, disability accommodations, landlord/tenant rights, responsibilities and more.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to educate yourself and advocate for housing equality.
Registration info below 👇
Learn more here: housingrightscenter.org/workshops
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Únase a nosotros para un taller de empoderamiento sobre los derechos de vivienda justa organizado por el Centro de Derechos de Vivienda y el Condado de Ventura, martes 18 de marzo 2025 de 6:00pm - 8:00pm.

Si usted eres un inquilino, propietario, sin fines de lucro o representante público - esta sesión está diseñada para proporcionarle los conocimientos esenciales sobre las leyes de vivienda justa, las acomodaciones para personas con discapacidades, propietario / inquilino derechos, responsabilidades y mas.

No se pierda esta oportunidad para educarse y abogar por la igualdad de vivienda.

Información sobre la registración abajo 👇
Más información: www.housingrightscenter.org/workshops

🎖️ Honoring a True Hero 🎖️

At this week`s Board of Supervisors meeting, the Board proudly recognized Richard Camacho, a U.S. Marine veteran and co-founder of Vietnam Veterans of Ventura County.

Mr. Camacho served in Vietnam, was wounded in action, and received a Purple Heart for his bravery. His leadership and tireless advocacy have made a lasting impact on local veterans.

Thank you, Mr. Camacho, for your service and dedication to our community! 🇺🇸 #Veterans #VenturaCounty

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🎖️ Honoring a True Hero 🎖️

At this week's Board of Supervisors meeting, the Board proudly recognized Richard Camacho, a U.S. Marine veteran and co-founder of Vietnam Veterans of Ventura County.

Mr. Camacho served in Vietnam, was wounded in action, and received a Purple Heart for his bravery. His leadership and tireless advocacy have made a lasting impact on local veterans.

Thank you, Mr. Camacho, for your service and dedication to our community! 🇺🇸 #Veterans #VenturaCounty

💦We have another storm upon us! Now’s the time to sign up for VC Alert to stay informed in case of an emergency.
📲 Visit readyventuracounty.org/vc-alert/ to register and ensure you`re prepared.
You can also visit vcemergency.com for local updates and advisories. Stay safe, Ventura County!
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Se acerca otra tormenta. Ahora es el momento para registrarse en VC Alert para mantenerse informado durante las emergencias. 📲 Visita https://www.readyventuracounty.org/vc-alert/ para registrarse y asegurarse de que está preparado.
También puede visitar vcemergency.com para actualizaciones y avisos locales.
¡ Manténgase a salvo, Condado de Ventura!

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