On Sunday, August 2, 2026, at 6:42 pm, an Officer with the Corpus Christi Police Department conducted a traffic stop at Prescott St. and Rosalie Blvd. for a traffic violation.

The driver, and sole occupant of the vehicle, was unable to produce a driver’s license and appeared unusually nervous while attempting to conceal items in the vehicle’s back seat.

As the investigation continued, the Officer observed a firearm in plain view. The driver was detained, and a CCPD K-9 unit responded to assist. The K-9 alerted for the presence of narcotics.  Based on this probable cause, Officers searched the vehicle and located boxes containing suspected THC vape pens in the back seat.

The driver, America Soliz (23), was arrested and charged with Manufacturing/Delivery of a Controlled Substance (Penalty Group 2, 4g–400g) and Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon.

Soliz was transported to the City Detention Center for booking, and the vehicle was impounded. 

On July 30, 2026, at 7:34 pm, Officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department were dispatched to the 2900 block of Buford Ave in reference to a Stabbing. 

When Officers arrived they located a male with serious bodily injuries and immediately began rendering first aid until Medics arrived. Officers also detained a suspect and witnesses on scene.  

Due to the nature of the call, Detectives with CCPD’s Robbery/Homicide Division were called to the scene. The suspect and witnesses were transported to Main Station to be formally interviewed by Detectives.

After investigation, it was determined that a disturbance occurred prior to the stabbing. 

The male victim was transported to a local hospital with life threatening injuries. 

Eric Guajardo (40) was taken into custody for Aggravated Assault. 

The parties are known to each other. This is an isolated incident and an active and ongoing investigation. 

If you have any information about this incident, you are encouraged to call the Corpus Christi Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 361-886-2840. Anyone who would like to keep their identity secret and still provide information to detectives should call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or submit the tip online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=.

Eric Guajardo (40)

On Saturday, July 25, 2026, Officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department were dispatched to the 400 block of Starr St. in reference to an Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon. 

After investigation, it was determined that Deeandre McGee (27) arrived at the location on horseback and physically assaulted staff with a rifle. 

Due to the violent nature of the call, this incident was promptly investigated by CCPD’s Gang Unit and further adopted by NIBIN. 

On July 29, 2026, CCPD’s NIBIN Detective obtained two warrants for McGee for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon and Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity. With the assistance of CCPD’s Violent Crimes Unit and the Drone Unit, Gang Officers were able to take McGee into custody during a traffic stop for his two active warrants. McGee was additionally charged with MAN/DEL of a Controlled Substance PG 1 >= 4G < 200G and Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon. 

A search warrant was obtained and conducted in the 1100 block of Green Leaf Dr. A rifle, matching the description of the one used during the assault was located at this time. 

This investigation was a great collaborative effort by multiple units within CCPD. 

Deeandre McGee (27)

Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026

Time: 10:00 am (gates open at 8:00 am)

Location: 5485 Greenwood Dr. Corpus Christi, TX. 78417

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VIEWING: Friday, July 31, 2026, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Everyone must be registered and have a bidder number to enter the auction.

No purses or backpacks allowed in the auction area.

ABSOLUTELY no one under 18 allowed throughout the entire duration of the auction.  This includes viewing day, before and after the auction and when picking up auction vehicles.

134 Cars, Trucks, and Motorcycles

Update: The male taken into custody was identified as Alberto Valdez (65). After interviewing, he was transported to the City Detention Center for booking where he was charged with murder.

Original: On July 27, 2026, at 12:45 am Corpus Christi Police Officers were dispatched to the 4100 block of Christie St in reference to a shooting.

When officers arrived, they located a deceased female inside of the residence. A male was taken into custody also at the residence.

Robbery Homicide Detectives were called out to assist.

The male will be transported to the main police station for interviewing.

Bother parties knew each other.

This is an active and ongoing investigation. Information will be updated when available.

The Corpus Christi Police Department is asking for assistance in locating a missing person, Steven Ramos (45).

Steven was recently reported missing by family and was last seen in May of 2026. He is a Hispanic male with brown eyes and is bald. Steven is approximately 6’1″ tall and weighs 280 pounds. Steven was last seen wearing a baby blue shirt and blue jeans. It should be noted that this picture is 10 years old and some characteristics of Steven’s may have changed.

If you have any information or see Steven, please call the Corpus Christi Police Department by calling 911 or 361-886-2600.

UPDATE: During the course of the investigation Robbery Homicide Detectives were able to identify the offender and secure a murder warrant. Offender Jerry Lee Alvarez (34) was located and arrested on July 21, 2026. He was taken to the main police station for questioning then to the City Detention Center for booking. This is still an ongoing investigation.

ORIGINAL: On July 16, 2026 at approximately 9:45 pm Officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department were dispatched to a Stabbing in the 1700 block of 18th St. 

When Officers arrived they located a 56 year old male with a stab wound and immediately began administering first aid until Medics arrived. Officers also detained a person on scene. 

Medics transported the male to a local hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. 

Due to the nature of the call, Detectives with CCPD’s Robbery/Homicide Division were called to the scene. Detectives will conduct a formal interview at Main Station. 

No arrests have been made at this time. 

The parties are known to each other. This is an isolated incident and an active and ongoing investigation. 

If you have any information about this incident, you are encouraged to call the Corpus Christi Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 361-886-2840. Anyone who would like to keep their identity secret and still provide information to detectives should call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or submit the tip online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=.

On July 13, 2026, at 11:32 pm, Officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department were dispatched to the 3500 block of Greenwich Dr in reference to a Shooting.

When Officers arrived, they located a deceased male with a gunshot wound. Officers were also able to detain a suspect on scene matching the description on the call.

Due to the nature of the call, Detectives with CCPD’s Criminal Investigations Division were called to the scene. A witness and the suspect were transported to Main Station to be formally interviewed.

Markus Benavidez (20) was taken into custody for Murder.

The parties are known to each other. This is an isolated incident and an active and ongoing investigation. 

If you have any information about this incident, you are encouraged to call the Corpus Christi Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 361-886-2840. Anyone who would like to keep their identity secret and still provide information to detectives should call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or submit the tip online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=.3

Markus Benavidez (20)

Today the Corpus Christi Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division obtained a warrant for Official Oppression (Texas PC 39.03, Class A Misdemeanor) for Police Officer Frederick Garcia. The warrant was obtained in reference to an incident that occurred in the workplace on July 5, 2026. 

The incident was self-reported by the officer involved and was quickly investigated and determined to be a criminal offense.  As with all allegations of criminal officer misconduct, we work closely with our state and federal partners to ensure a thorough investigation. 

The case was presented to the Nueces County District Attorney’s Office who accepted charges of Official Oppression. The Corpus Christi Police Department does not condone misconduct or actions that violate our policies, law, or the public’s trust.

This is currently an active and open investigation.  The Corpus Christi Police Department takes all allegations of crime and misconduct seriously and investigates them thoroughly in accordance with applicable laws and department policy.

UPDATE 07/09/2026

Victor Moreno (19) was taken into custody for Aggravated Assault w/ Deadly Weapon and Criminal Mischief >=$100<$750.

Victor Moreno (19)

On July 8, 2026, at 10:43 am, Officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department were dispatched to the 4500 block of Moravian Dr in reference to a Disturbance with Injuries. 

When Officers arrived they located a male with life threatening injuries and immediately began administering first aid until Medics arrived.

Due to the nature of the call, Detectives with CCPD’s Criminal Investigations Division were called to the scene. After preliminary investigation, it was determined that a disturbance with a weapon occurred and the male was hit by a vehicle during the course of the incident. Multiple people were detained on scene by Officers and will be transported to Main Station to be formally interviewed. 

The male was transported to a local hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. 

The parties are known to each other. This is an isolated incident and an active and ongoing investigation. 

If you have any information about this incident, you are encouraged to call the Corpus Christi Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 361-886-2840. Anyone who would like to keep their identity secret and still provide information to detectives should call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or submit the tip online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=.