UPDATE 09/12/2026:

On September 12, 2026, Blaise Hermsen (44) was released from a local hospital where he was continuing to receive medical care while in police custody, following the officer involved shooting from September 5, 2026. Hermsen was transported to Main Station to be formally interviewed by Detectives with CCPD’s Criminal Investigations Division and then transported to the City Detention Center to be booked.

Hermsen is charged with Aggravated Assault w/ Deadly Weapon, Aggravated Assault on a Police Officer, Discharge Firearm in Certain Municipalities, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Evading Arrest.

Blaise Hermsen (DOB: 11/13/1981)

On September 5, 2026, at 7:21 pm, Officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department were dispatched to the 300 block of Parr St. in reference to a Disturbance with a Weapon. 

The reporting party advised that a male suspect shot at her dog and then threatened her with a weapon. 

Officers located the suspect in the area of 300 Port Ave and attempted to make contact with the male but he eluded on his bicycle. When additional Officers arrived in the area, the male stopped and produced a handgun. A single Officer fired at the suspect, striking him at least once. The Officers immediately rendered first aid until Medics arrived. 

The male was transported to a local hospital and is currently still receiving care. The male is 44 years old. 

This is 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=.

Over this past weekend Officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department conducted an operation at Cole Park downtown.

Officers contacted 108 individuals, issued 11 citations, completed 5 arrests, conducted 5 traffic stops, and issued 3 No fishing licenses citations.

Arrests consisted of outstanding warrants, possession of a controlled substance and public intoxication.

Units that assisted in this operation were our downtown patrol officers, Gang Unit, Violent Crimes Unit, K-9 Unit, and Texas Parks and Wildlife Officers.

Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026

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

Location: 5485 Greenwood Dr. Corpus Christi Tx 78417

ON SITE AUCTION SALE AND LIVE ONLINE (WEBCAST)

REGISTRATION: visit https://siskauction.hibid.com/ to register and obtain further on-line auction instructions.

VIEWING DAY: Friday, September 04, 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.

83 Cars, Trucks, Trailer, and Motorcycles

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas – A 50-year-old man has been ordered to prison for his role in the distribution of cocaine.

Michael Casas pleaded guilty May 27.

U.S. District Judge David S. Morales has now ordered Casas to serve 60 months in federal prison followed by four years of supervised release.

The investigation revealed Casas was planning to sell two kilograms of cocaine on March 17, 2026. On that date, a Corpus Christi Police Department K9 Unit attempted to conduct a traffic stop on his vehicle. Casas initially pulled over but accelerated as the officer approached, leading them in a pursuit on Highway 44 in Corpus Christi.

During that time, authorities observed Casas throw a brick‑shaped package from the vehicle. He eventually stopped and surrendered.

Law enforcement recovered the package and found it to contain two kilograms of cocaine.

The Drug Enforcement Administration conducted the investigation with assistance from the Corpus Christi Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Joseph Griffith prosecuted the case.

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — Ahead of a scheduled briefing to the Corpus Christi City Council this morning by Police Chief Mike Markle, the Corpus Christi Police Department (CCPD) has issued a clarification regarding the department’s stance on automated license plate recognition technology to address community concerns surrounding Flock camera systems.

Chief Markle will address Council members to detail the specific technologies used by local law enforcement, emphasizing the distinction between private surveillance hardware located within city limits and the official systems operated by CCPD.

The Corpus Christi Police Department does not own, operate, access, or utilize data collected by Flock camera systems. While several Flock cameras are installed throughout Corpus Christi, they are independently owned and operated by private businesses, organizations, and other non-city entities.

CCPD does not receive or access data collected by privately operated Flock networks.

CCPD utilizes a separate, dedicated license plate recognition system known as Vigilant. The Vigilant system captures only a vehicle’s license plate number along with the specific date and time it passes a camera. It does not collect personal identifying information, such as the registered owner’s name, personal history, or driving records.

“The Corpus Christi Police Department understands the community’s concerns surrounding data collection, storage, and privacy,” Police Chief Mike Markle said. “We appreciate the opportunity to discuss our technology, its capabilities, and our strict operational policies directly with the City Council and the public.”

CCPD remains committed to transparency and maintaining public trust while utilizing modern technology to support public safety across Corpus Christi.

UPDATE 08/27/2026 7:30 PM

On August 27, 2026, Detectives with CCPD’s Robbery/Homicide Division were able to obtain a Murder warrant for Ricardo Ramirez. Ramirez was taken into custody with the assistance of CCPD’s Gang Unit, patrol officers, and the U.S. Marshals Service.

Ricardo Ramirez (05/28/2003)

UPDATE 08/25/2026 6:00 PM

On August 25, 2026, Detectives with CCPD’s Robbery/Homicide Division were able to obtain a Murder warrant for Julian Hinojosa (24). Hinojosa was taken into custody in the 3000 block of Horne Rd with the assistance of CCPD’s SWAT Team, Drone Unit, Gang Unit, Criminal Investigations Division, and the U.S. Marshals Service. Hinojosa was transported to Main Station to be formally interviewed by Detectives and then transported to the City Detention Center.

Julian Hinojosa (03/26/2002)

On August 25, 2026, at approximately 1:21 am, Officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department were dispatched to the 300 block of Brooks Dr in reference to a Shooting. 

When Officers arrived, they located a male in his early 20’s with a gunshot wound and immediately began administering first aid until Medics arrived. 

Due to the nature of the call, Detectives with CCPD’s Robbery/Homicide Division were called to the scene.

Multiple people were detained at the location and will be transported to Main Station for formal interviews.

After preliminary investigation, it was determined that a disturbance occurred prior to the male being shot. 

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=.

Due to the Auto Theft Task Force attending the International Association of Auto Theft Investigators conference next week, 68A Vehicle Identification Number inspections are cancelled on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.  Inspections will resume on September 15, 2026.
Thank you for your understanding!

On August 22, 2026, at 6:48 pm Corpus Christi Police Officers were dispatched to the 6600 block of Everhart Rd. in reference to a shooting.

When officers arrived, they located one male victim. He was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Officers contacted several witnesses at the location who advised two males got into an altercation when one male pulled out a gun and shot the other. The offender retreated to his apartment.

Officers were directed to the apartment. A short time later the male offender was taken into custody without further incident. The firearm was recovered.

Offender Joshua Sanchez-Bruce (34) was transported to the City Detention Center for booking. He was charged with aggravated assaulted with a deadly weapon and violation of a court order.

This is still an active and ongoing investigation. If you have any information regarding the investigation please contact the Corpus Christi Police Department 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 August 21, 2026, at 10:42 pm Corpus Christi Police Officers were dispatched to the 5200 block of IH 37 Access Rd. in reference to a stabbing. When officers arrived, they located one injured female. She was transported to a local hospital where she succumbed to her injuries. Several subjects were detained at the scene.

Robbery Homicide Detectives were called out to assist.

The individuals detained were later transported to the main police station for interviewing.

Preliminary investigation showed there was a large fight involving multiple subjects. During the altercation a female victim was stabbed.

Detectives were able to identify the offender and secure a murder warrant. The individual was located on Treyway Ln. and taken into custody without incident.

Offender Emilio Ybarra (39) was transported to the main police station for interviewing. He was then taken to the City Detention Center for booking.

This is still an active and ongoing investigation. If you have any information regarding the investigation please contact the Corpus Christi Police Department 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 Friday, August 21 at 2:24 pm. Officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department were dispatched to the 4600 block of Yorktown Blvd. in reference to a stabbing. 

When Officers arrived they observed a male being detained by citizens. Citizens advised Officers that the male suspect being detained had stabbed a female victim. The suspect was quickly detained by officers and placed into a unit. Officers observed the male to be in distress and immediately called for assistance from the Corpus Christi Fire Department. 

The male suspect and female victim were transported to local hospitals for medical treatment. The male suspect was later pronounced deceased. 

This is still an active and ongoing investigation.

If you have any information regarding the investigation please contact the Corpus Christi Police Department 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=.