Corpus Christi Police Detectives need your assistance in identifying this robbery suspect.
On March 3, 2025, this suspect stole jewelry from a store located in the 5400 block SPID.
The suspect is described to be a young Hispanic male about 5’10” tall. He was wearing a white sweater and black jeans at the time.
If you have any information in reference to this incident, please call detectives at 361-886-2840. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 361-888-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=
On March 9, 2025, at approximately 12:43 pm offender Alexander Falke was medically cleared and released from the hospital. He was transported to the city detention center for booking where he was charged with aggravated assault on a peace officer and evading arrest in a vehicle.
ORIGINAL POST: On Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 10:45 pm, officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle on the 5500 block of Saratoga.
The vehicle evaded from officers, going through various business parking lots, and ultimately entered an apartment complex. The vehicle came to a dead-end point in the complex, and while officers were exiting the marked unit to initiate a high-risk traffic stop, the vehicle intentionally struck the police unit. One officer discharged his duty weapon multiple times, striking the offender.
The male was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, and upon release will be charged with 2 counts of aggravated assault on a peace officer and evading in a motor vehicle. The two officers involved, operating in a two-man unit capacity, were not injured. As per department policy, both officers will be placed on administrative leave.
This is an active and ongoing investigation. If you have any information in reference to this incident, please call detectives at 361-886-2840. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 361-888-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=
On March 8, 2025, at about 12:45 am officers were dispatched to the 6500 block of Yorktown Blvd in reference to a shooting. Updates stated the offender left the location in a vehicle south on Cimarron Blvd. Multiple witnesses on scene were able to give a description of the fleeing vehicle along with the identity of the shooter.
As multiple officers arrived in the area, they contacted one victim at Staples and Yorktown. The 21-year-old male had non-life-threatening injuries. He was treated on scene.
The male victim told officers he arrived at the establishment to pick someone up when he was confronted in the parking lot. The offender attempted to take property from the victim. As the victim began to run away, he was shot. The offender left the scene in his vehicle as he continued to fire several more shots towards the business.
During this time officers were able to locate the offender who came to a dead end near Samba Dr.
Officers gave commands to the offender who attempted to evade. The offender was tazed then taken into custody. A firearm was recovered from the offender. His vehicle was also impounded.
27-year-old Isaac Rene Martinez was transported to a local hospital for medical clearance then taken to the city detention center for booking. He was charged with aggravated robbery, deadly conduct-discharge firearm, and evading arrest.
With Spring Break upon us, the Corpus Christi Police Department has a few reminders for the residents and visitors to our wonderful city.
Please be patient. Traffic may be congested as you make your way to the beach. The Corpus Christi Police Department will have additional officers patrolling the beach and roadways.
Don’t drink and drive. Know the Beach Rules:
On ALL beaches:
No glass bottles or glass containers
Must be 21 years old to consume alcohol
Dispose of litter in trash receptacles
No canopies left overnight
On Gulf beaches – Additional Rules:
Speed limit is 15 mph. All traffic laws apply including Driving While Intoxicated
Beach Parking Permits (valid/current) are required
No Campfires or Bonfires Allowed due to a Burn Ban in effect for Nueces County
No dogs are allowed on the beach (leashed or unleased) from Access Rd 3 to Zahn Rd including the north side of the Packery Channel (city ordinance 10-59).
Dogs must be on a leash or under/obey verbal commands on the beach from the south side of Packery Channel (BM 210) to Beach Access Rd 6 (BM 137) (includes Ellis Beach, Whitecap Beach, Padre Balli Park and Bob Hall Pier).
No Golf Carts or Off-Highway Vehicles (OHVs) allowed on Park Rd 22, SH361, or any road with a speed limit of more than 35 mph.
Camping:
Prohibited in front of condos and hotels
Allowed for 3 days & nights consecutively, but no more than 6 days within 1 month.
On North Beach and McGee Beach – Additional Rules:
No driving on the beach
No BBQ pits allowed
No moonwalks or other inflatable games
No campfires
Dogs must be on a leash or under verbal command
We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Spring Break!
The Auto Theft Task Force at the Corpus Christi Police Department is urging gun owners to keep their firearms secure. Too often, guns left in unlocked vehicles are stolen, putting our community at risk.
🚫 Leaving a firearm in your car, especially unsecured, makes it an easy target for thieves. Take the extra step to protect your gun, yourself, and our community.
Remember: 🔹 Always remove your gun from your car if possible. 🔹 If you must leave it in your vehicle, secure it in a locked compartment. 🔹 Never leave firearms in plain sight.
Gun safety starts with all of us. If you like it, *lock it*. Let’s keep Corpus Christi safe!
If you are visiting Corpus Christi for Spring Break 2025, the Corpus Christi Police Department has compiled a few links to help you gather information and be safe.
If you want to know any traffic congestion on any of the local highways, be sure to follow the Texas Department of Transportation X page at https://x.com/TxDOT_Corpus or check out the https://drivetexas.org for any traffic updates for the state.
BEACH FLAG WARNING CONDITIONS
If you want to find out about surf conditions, be sure to follow the City of Corpus Christi – Government Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/citygov
We invite you to participate in the Corpus Christi Police Department’s Practice Physical Assessment Test (PAT) on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 7:30 a.m.
This event is for those interested in joining our upcoming CCPD 85th Police Academy, which is expected to start in July 2025.
The practice test is a great opportunity to assess your strengths and identify areas for improvement as you prepare for the process ahead.
The test will be held at the Corpus Christi Police Training Center, located at 6902 Yorktown Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX.
VCU Officers continue to crackdown on reckless and racing drivers on Corpus Christi roadways.
On Saturday at around 8:45pm, 21-year-old Vianney De La Fuente was observed recklessly driving over 105mph on the 4300 block of Hwy 358 eastbound. She was arrested for reckless driving and her vehicle was impounded.
Vianney De La Fuente
On Saturday at around 10:23pm, 38-year-old Jose Medina and 37-year-old Alexander Gonzalez were observed racing their vehicles, both traveling over 95mph, on the 4500 block of Hwy 358 westbound. Medina was arrested for racing on highway and his vehicle was impounded. Gonzalez was arrested for racing and unlawful carrying of a weapon and his vehicle was impounded.
Jose Medina
Alexander Gonzalez
On Sunday at around 1am, 20-year-old Damion Garrity and 19-year-old Christopher Pena were observed racing their vehicles, both traveling over 100mps, on the 4700 block of Hwy 358 westbound. Both were arrested for racing on highway and their vehicles were impounded.
Damion Garrity
Christopher Pena
On Sunday at around 2:20am, 22-year-old Matthew Rodriguez and 23-year-old Fabian Estrada were observed racing their vehicles on the 4900 block of Ayers Street and into the residential neighborhood. Rodriguez was arrested for racing on highway and his vehicle was impounded. Estrada was arrested for racing and unlawful carrying of a weapon and his vehicle was impounded.
On Sunday, March 2, 2025, at 1:59am, Officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit were conducting bar closing in the area of Starr/Chaparral when they heard multiple gunshots coming from the Peoples St/Chaparral area.
Officers quickly converged on the area and witnesses assisted officers in locating the male who was shooting the gun and detained him for their investigation.
Officers were able to obtain video surveillance and found that the male was involved in a large fight with other bar patrons, ran to his truck that was parked in front of the location, retrieved a handgun and began shooting in the air. Officers searched for victims but did not locate anyone. They were able to locate multiple casings around the truck. During the vehicle inventory, the handgun was located.
47-year-old Charles Burleson was arrested for deadly conduct, unlawful possession of a firearm by felon and an outstanding Municipal Court warrant. After he was medically cleared at a local hospital for injuries he sustained in the fight, he was transported to the City Detention Center for booking.
CCPD Blotter 
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