On Friday, November 8, 2024, at 8:59pm, officers were dispatched to the 300 block of Melrose Ave. in reference to a stabbing with injuries.

Officers arrived and located a 47-year-old male with stab injuries. Medics transported the male to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Preliminary investigation found that a 43-year-old female was being assaulted by a 47-year-old male when a 22-year-old male began protecting his mother by stabbing the male, ending the assault.

This is an active and ongoing investigation. Charges have been filed but no arrests have been made at this time due to the 47-year-old being hospitalized.

Do you know this male in the video?

CCPD Robbery Detectives need your help in identifying this male who robbed a local business yesterday in the 4700 block of S. Alameda St. The male left with an undisclosed amount of money.

If you know or recognize this male, you are urged to call Detectives at 361-886-2840. You can also remain anonymous and call Crimestoppers at 361-888-TIPS or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=Tip

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas – A federal jury has convicted a 35-year-old Corpus Christi resident for felon in possession of a firearm and possessing unregistered pipe bombs, announced U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani.

The jury deliberated for approximately 90 minutes before convicting Robert Spencer following a three-day trial.

The jury heard that law enforcement investigated a call reporting a shooting in the area. During the investigation, authorities approached Spencer, who fled into his home while appearing to be armed. This led to a standoff lasting an hour, during which law enforcement heard two gunshots from inside the home as Spencer yelled for them to leave. Eventually, Spencer exited his home without a firearm and law enforcement arrested him.

Authorities executed a search warrant for Spencer’s home and found six pipe bombs and three firearms, along with boxes of ammunition, in the attic. They also discovered another firearm next to Spencer’s home, where authorities initially spotted him. Spencer admitted to law enforcement that he personally assembled the pipe bombs and claimed ownership of the firearm found next to the house.

Testing confirmed the pipe bombs were destructive devices as defined by the law. In addition, the pipe bombs were not properly registered to Spencer in the National Firearms Registration and transfer record.

During the trial, the defense attempted to convince the jury that Spencer was unaware of the firearms found in his attic and outside his home. They contended that the pipe bombs Spencer admitted to making were not destructive devices. The jury rejected these claims and found him guilty as charged.

As a convicted felon, he is prohibited from possessing firearms by federal law.

U.S. District Judge Nelva Gonzales Ramos presided over the trial and set sentencing for Feb. 4, 2025.  At that time, Spencer faces up to 15 years in federal prison for possession of firearms and up to 10 years for possession of unregistered pipe bombs and a possible $250,000 maximum fine.

He will remain in custody pending that hearing.

The Corpus Christi Police Department with the assistance of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives conducted the investigation. Assistant U.S Attorneys Patrick Overman and Ashley Martin prosecuted the case with the assistance of Paralegal Rachel Gonzales.

CCPD Detectives need your help in identifying the male pictured below.

This male was involved in criminal mischief (vandalism) at a local residence.

If you know or recognize this male, you are urged to call Detectives at 361-886-2840. You can also remain anonymous and call Crimestoppers at 361-888-TIPS or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=Tip

On November 3, 2024, at about 2:45 pm officers were dispatched to the 4700 block of Archer Dr. in reference to a shooting. When officers arrived, they contacted several witnesses and neighbors.  Officers located several spent casings in the roadway. They did not locate any victims at that time on Archer Dr.

While officers were still investigating on Archer Dr., a 20-year-old male arrived at a local hospital with a gunshot wound to his leg (non-life threatening). Officers arrived and contacted the male. The male told officers he was shot at while he was at a residence on Archer Dr. The male was not forthcoming with how this incident took place. He was released to the care of the hospital.

There were no other victims located.

Officers are still reviewing residential security cameras. This is still an active investigation.

UPDATE: On Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at 1:12am, officers were dispatched to the 600 block of Elizabeth Street in reference to a walk-in shooting victim. The male had a non-life-threatening gunshot wound.

Officers arrived and spoke to 20-year-old Adrian Cantu and determined he had suffered a gunshot wound in the incident that occurred on Sunday on Archer Drive. After reviewing video footage, officers obtained a warrant for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, $90,000 bond. After Cantu was medically cleared at the hospital, he was arrested for the warrant and transported to the City Detention Center for booking.

If you have any information regarding this incident, you are urged to call Detectives at 361-886-2840. You can also remain anonymous and call Crimestoppers at 361-888-TIPS or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=Tip.

CCPD Detectives need your help in identifying the male and female pictured below.

This male and female were involved in theft at a local business.

If you know or recognize this male or female, you are urged to call Detectives at 361-886-2840. You can also remain anonymous and call Crimestoppers at 361-888-TIPS or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=Tip

CCPD Detectives need your help in identifying the male pictured below.

This male was involved in theft of mail.

If you know or recognize this male or vehicle, you are urged to call Detectives at 361-886-2840. You can also remain anonymous and call Crimestoppers at 361-888-TIPS or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=Tip

CANCELLED 68A Vehicle & Trailer Inspection

The Corpus Christi Police Department Auto Theft Task Force will be cancelling the 68A Vehicle & Trailer Inspection, which was to happen on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.

The next inspection will occur on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, from 9am-11am at the Corpus Christi Police Department Impound Lot located at 5485 Greenwood Drive.

Halloween is tonight! We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable evening. Here are a few tips that hopefully will make your night a little safer.

Avoid trick-or-treating alone. Walk in groups or with a trusted adult. Have a designated meeting place in case your group gets separated.

Hold a flashlight while trick-or-treating to help you see and for others to see you. Wear reflective clothing while walking in dark areas.

If you are driving through a neighborhood, drive slowly and watch for kids. Sometimes they get distracted and might cross the road without looking.

Always WALK and don’t run from house to house. Look both ways before crossing the street and use crosswalks when possible.

Walk on sidewalks whenever possible, or on the far edge of the road facing traffic to stay safe.

Wear well-fitting masks, costumes, and shoes to avoid blocked vision, trips and falls.

Enter homes only if you are with a trusted adult. Only visit well-lit houses. Don’t stop at dark houses. Never accept rides from strangers.

If you see a house with the lights out and no Halloween decorations, chances are they may not participate in Halloween activities. Please respect their homes and wishes.

Parents if you see any suspicious activity, please contact the police immediately at 361-886-2600. If it is an emergency, call 911.

Be courteous to others, be aware of your surroundings and make this Halloween fun and safe for everyone.

Please join the Corpus Christi Police Department for the 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat, this evening from 5pm-7pm at the Flour Bluff Police Substation (1456 Waldron Road). There will be candy, costumes and fun! See you there!