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Community Outreach

Mural Unveiling

Who: MetroCom Staff

What: Mural Unveiling

When: Wednesday, September 17, 2014  11:00 a.m.

Where: 4th Floor MetroCom, Police HQ

Local artist Patrick Richards of Architectural Details donated his talent in order to enhance the hallway leading into the MetroCom Communication’s Center. In April, Mr. Richards was contacted regarding National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week. Due to our telecommunicators’ dedication and hard work, Mr. Richards graciously agreed to complete the mural in an effort to reassure our appreciation of our MetroCom telecommunicators and beautify our work area. The mural displays the MetroCom’s Mission in order to remind our team of MetroCom’s principles and values on a daily basis.

Patrick Richards is President and Owner of Architectural Details. He received his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art specializing in Advertising Graphic Design from Sam Houston State University in 1986. After traveling the world and working as an apprentice for the famous muralist Richard Haas, Mr. Richards was inspired to bring murals to the interior of people’s homes. In 1991 he began Architectural Details, established his studio, ArtPharm,  recruited a team of three artists, and has completed over 40 projects throughout Texas.

Mr. Richards will be available for the media at this event.

Criminal Investigations Division, Delta District

Arrest Made in Early Morning Homicide

Offense: Murder
Offense number: 1409070004
Location: 2102 Stillman
Time: 12:09 am

On 09/07/14 at approximately 12:09 a.m. patrol received a call for a shooting at 2102 Stillman. Inside the apartment they found the victim, a 22-year-old male, with a gunshot wound to his head. Medics arrived and transported the victim to MMC. At approximately 2:32 a.m. he was pronounced dead.

Based on witness statements, Officers and Detectives were able to determine the suspect in the shooting. An arrest warrant was obtained for Richard Andrade (12.11.1984).

At 10:20 a.m. Andrade was arrested and taken to the City Detention Center where he was booked. Bond was set at $1,000,000.00

 

 

Animal Care Services

Animal Care Services Investigates Animal Cruelty Case

On or about Tuesday, March 18, 2014, Animal Care Services became aware of a female pit-bull named “Petey” that was unresponsive in her backyard.  The owner of the dog solicited assistance from a Facebook acquaintance and they took the dog to a local veterinarian. The vet recommended treatment, however the treatment exceeded the owner’s funds.  The owner then took the dog to a second veterinarian, however the dog died enroute.

During this process, the acquaintance posted the information and photos on an animal rights Facebook page, suggesting/alleging animal neglect/cruelty.  No person having actual contact with the animal officially reported the alleged neglect/abuse directly to the proper authorities (i.e. Animal Care Services or the Police Department) until the animal was at the veterinarian office and an email from a concerned citizen was sent to ACS management.

On Thursday, March 20th, Animal Care Services obtained the remains of the dog and a necropsy was performed on Friday, March 21.  The veterinarian report indicated that the dog may have died of inadequate care.

Animal Care Services investigated this case and has now turned it over to CCPD Investigators for possible filing of criminal charges.

Submitted by Heather Hedrick, Program Manager 3/28/14 at 9:58am.

Criminal Investigations Division

Robbery Victim Succumbs to His Injuries

 

Joe Blanco
On Sunday, March 16, 2014 at about 9:48 p.m., police were called to 600 N. Water St. in reference to a nature unknown injury call.  Police contacted Jose Blanco, age 41, who reported to police that he had been robbed in the downtown area.  Blanco was in need of medical attention for possible head trauma and was transported to Christus-Spohn Memorial Hospital for treatment.  Blanco’s condition continued to deteriorate and he died from his injuries on Monday, March 17, 2014.

Detectives have learned that Jose Blanco may have been assaulted sometime during the following time period in the downtown area:  From 11 a.m. Saturday, March 15 to about 9:48 p.m. on Sunday, March 16 

Jose Blanco was visiting Corpus Christi at the time of his death.  He was an Eagle Pass resident and was employed as a Constable with the Maverick County Constable’s Office.           

The Corpus Christi Police Department/Homicide Unit is requesting anyone with information about the Robbery or anyone who had contact with Mr. Blanco to call Crime Stoppers at 361-888-8477 or  Det. R.L. Garcia at (361) 886-2850.

Delta District

Suspect Arrested in Aggravated Assault Case

Date: Thursday, March 20, 2014, 23:47
Location: 600 Texan Trail
Offense: Aggravated Assault (Penal Code Section 22.02) 2nd Degree Felony
Case Number: 1403210004

Corpus Christi Police initiated an investigation for an aggravated assault on the 600 block of Texan Trail Thursday night. Corpus Christi Police responded to a call of a man who suffered obvious injuries and laid in the driveway to an apartment. Witnesses told Officers they heard an argument outside and then saw a 35-year-old man with injuries to his torso and legs. It is not known what caused the injuries and witnesses told Officers the man may have been struck by a vehicle. The 35-year-old man was taken to the hospital by ambulance and was listed by the hospital staff as in critical condition. Detectives were called to assist to gather information and evidence and continue to investigate this event.

On Friday March 21, 2014 Officers were able to obtain information that a disturbance had occurred and were given a name of a suspect. Officers located Lionel Coleman (3.22.1974) and arrested him for Aggravated Assault. He was booked into CDC.

Community Outreach

Chief and POA President Thank Corpus Christi

Thank You Corpus Christi!

I cannot thank the citizens of Corpus Christi enough for their outpouring of concern, well wishes, thoughts and prayers for our two injured Officers. Our department’s strength comes from the support of our community and the effectiveness of our members. I can see that we have an abundance of both. As a Police Chief, I cannot ask for much more than that.

As for my Officers, they are trained and given tools to survive in situations such as the shooting on Congressional. The tools that were available, for immediate medical care, were vital to the survival of our two Officers. I, along with the CC Police Officers’ Association President Scott Leeton, say thank you to our Crime Control District Board, the Corpus Christi Police Foundation and our Citizen’s Police Academy Alumni Association. Over the years these organizations have funded much-needed items for our Officers that are not in our yearly budget.  From flashlights to knives and the “Go Bag” that was utilized yesterday, they have greatly enhanced our opportunity to better serve our community. We will continue to do so and hope that our partnership will grow with our citizens and our police organizations.

Thank you again,

Floyd Simpson – Chief of Police and  Scott Leeton – President, Police Officers’ Association​

Criminal Investigations Division

Detectives Obtain Warrants on Attempted Capital Murder Suspect

Detectives have obtained arrest warrants for Travis Cody Magill, DOB: 11-5-91, the Attempted Capital Murder suspect who is currently hospitalized in ICU at MMC. He will be booked into CDC once he is released from the hospital.

Warrant 14-FE-108-JP1-2: UUMV, bond $50,000
Warrant 14-FE-109-JP1-2: Two Counts of Att. Capital Murder, bond $700,000

Community Outreach

Learn The Facts About Murine Typhus – Press Release

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Press Release:

Contact Person:  Dr. William Burgin, Jr., M.D. Local Health Authority, Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District, phone : 361-633-1324

HEALTH DISTRICT ADVISES RESIDENTS:  “LEARN THE FACTS ABOUT MURINE TYPHUS”

The Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District is advising residents to learn the facts about murine typhus.

Murine typhus, also called typhus or endemic typhus, is a rickettsial disease caused by the organism Rickettsia typhi. Most of the murine typhus cases in Texas occur in South Texas from Nueces County southward to the Rio Grande Valley, but a few cases are reported in other parts of the state each year.

According to William Burgin, Jr., M.D., Local Healthy Authority, “Rats and their fleas are the natural reservoirs, and other animals such as opossums and domestic cats, may also be reservoirs for fleas that can transmit typhus.”

Health officials advise that fleas, such as the rat flea and the cat flea are the most common vectors (animals that transfer the disease from one host to another) of typhus.

“Typhus is easily treatable,” states Dr. Burgin.  “And you can only get typhus once in your lifetime.”

Symptoms of the disease include headache, fever, nausea, and body aches. Five or six days after the initial symptoms, you may get a rash that starts on the trunk of your body and spreads to your arms and legs. If left untreated, the disease may last for several months. A doctor can conduct tests to tell you if you have typhus.

If you suspect that you have murine typhus, see a doctor.  Typhus is easily treated with certain antibiotics.

For more information go to: http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/idcu/disease/murine_typhus/information/

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Bravo District

Aggravated Assault at Apartment Complex

Date: Sunday, March 09, 2014, 6:00 a.m.
Location: 5750 Curtis Clark Dr. (Stoneleigh Apts)
Offense: Aggravated Assault
Case Number: 1403090026

UPDATE: At  about 2:10 p.m. Detectives with the Family Violence Unit arrested Frank Cordova (11/27/1970) on two warrants that were obtained earlier in the day. The two warrants were for Aggravated Assault w/Deadly Weapon. Each warrant had a $150,000 bond.

Officers were dispatched to the Stoneleigh Apartments for a shots fired call. Upon arriving they observed a 59-year-old male on the ground near the garage area of the apartments with injuries to his face. The victim stated that a 43-year-old man had hit him with a car while he was near the garage. The male victim stated to Officers that he had a handgun and had shot at the suspect’s vehicle as it fled the area. Officers then located a second victim, which was the 31-year-old estranged wife of the suspect, with injuries as well. Both victims were transported to Spohn MMC with non life threatening injuries. Officers located the handgun used by the 59-year-old male. It was tagged as evidence.

Officers were able to obtain information on the suspect and searched the immediate area but were unable to find the suspect. Soon thereafter the suspect made contact with the Officers to give his side of the story. Officers also located the suspect vehicle, where it was impounded for investigation. No arrests were made.

Detectives continue to work the case.

Bravo District, Patrol Division

Spring Break Patrol Report – Saturday March 8

Beach Patrol Officers reported light traffic for the day and shut down the Beach Operations around 10:00 p.m.

Activities include: 

At 2:39 p.m., Units were flagged down near Beach Marker 216 by parents regarding a man who was in the ladies restroom making inappropriate gestures and comments to young females. Several witnesses came forward and spoke to the Officers. The Officers were able to locate and arrest Gary Bovee (10/11/1943) for “Disorderly Conduct”
Case # 1403080090 

At 7:15 p.m., Officers contacted Andrew Saenz (1/12/1990) near Beach Marker 198 during a traffic stop. He was arrested for a Warrant for Arrest. During the arrest Officers located marijuana on Saenz. He was additionally charged.  
Case #1403080124