On Friday July 11, 2025, at 1704 5:04 pm Officers were dispatched to the 1400 block of Horne Rd. for a major crash involving a motor vehicle and a pedestrian. The pedestrian involved (juvenile) was transported to a local hospital in critical condition and Follow-Up Traffic Investigators were requested.

The investigation found that the juvenile was kneeling on a skateboard and traveling north in the complex parking lot. The driver of the vehicle was parked in a parking spot, began to back up and struck the juvenile. The driver did not see the juvenile and immediately stopped.

 Updates received later from the hospital were the juvenile passed away from injuries sustained.

VCU Officers, continuing traffic enforcement, arrested two more bad drivers yesterday.

VCU Officers observed several vehicles racing each other in the 4700 block of HWY 358 (W/B). At speeds of over 115 mph, these vehicles were observed cutting in and out of traffic trying to out perform each other.

The two drivers were stopped and arrested for reckless driving. Vehicles were impounded.

Violent Crimes Traffic Units continue to make arrests.

In the evening of June 27, 2025, 4 individuals were arrested for reckless driving after they were observed traveling over 100 mph on HWY 358, cutting in and out of traffic, posing a danger to other motorist on the road.

These were all separate occasions and traffic stops. Two of these individuals were on motorcycles. Spread the word, you will be arrested for this behavior.

Charles has been located, deceased. The medical examiner will determine the cause of death.

The Corpus Christi Police Department needs your help in locating missing person Charles Huff.

Charles was last heard from on June 22, 2025. He was last in the area of the Fish Pass Jetties off HWY 361.

Charles is 66 years old, 5’10 in tall and weighs 215 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes.

If you see Charles or know where he is please call 911, or non-emergency at 361-886-2600.

Violent Crimes Traffic units continue to make arrests.

Over that past few evenings VCU Traffic units arrested 3 individuals for reckless driving and other offenses.

Juan Ortiz Munoz (19) was arrested on Ocean Dr. after he was observed by Officers traveling twice the speed limit and dangerously changing lanes as if he were the only one on the road.

Tanner Loesch (22) was also arrested on a separate occasion on Ocean Dr. for reckless driving, unlawful carrying of a weapon and possession of marijuana.  He was observed by Officers driving well over the speed limit and driving erratically through traffic and other motorists.

Hailey Campos (19) was arrested near Airline and Williams for reckless driving, possession of marijuana and tampering. She was observed by officers driving erratically through traffic and putting other motorists in danger.

Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025

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: Friday, June 6, 2025, 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 auction.  This includes viewing day, during the auction and while picking up auction vehicles.

155 Cars, Trucks, Jet Skis and Motorcycles

Over the last three evenings the Violent Crimes Traffic Unit has arrested 8 individuals for traffic related offenses, continuing to combat reckless driving.

These individuals were arrested on separate occasions and at different locations in the city. Highway 358, South Padre Island Dr, Ocean Dr. and Shoreline Blvd are the common locations for this reckless behavior.

These individuals were observed either going well over 100 mph in a 65mph zone, driving recklessly through traffic, or racing with another. All vehicles were impounded and in some arrests a weapon was located.

Another reminder you will be arrested for this dangerous behavior. Spread the word!

On May 29, 2025, at approximately 9:55 pm Corpus Christi Police Officers were notified of a BOLO/broadcast in reference to a murder that took place in Houston, Texas earlier in the day. During this incident a vehicle was stolen.

The stolen vehicle was tracked to the Corpus Christi area.

 Nueces County Sheriff’s Office Deputies located the stolen vehicle abandoned on county road 43 just south of county road 2444. The vehicle was still warm to the touch.

CCPD Gang Unit, Violent Crimes Unit, along with K9 arrived in the area of co rd 43 to assist deputies with the search.

Units deployed drones (UAS) to assist in checking this rural area surrounded by fields.

Officers were able to locate an individual in the middle of an empty field and safely take him into custody. A handgun was located on the male.

Officers were able to positively identify the male as the wanted offender from Houton, Tx.

The male was transported to a local hospital for medical clearance.

Offender Alexis Garcia (20) was transported to the City Detention Center where he was booked for two Harris County warrants felony theft (Unauthorized Use of a motor vehicle), warrant Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and unlawful carrying of a weapon.

Any further information on this incident please contact HPD Homicide Division 713-308-3600.

🚗💼 BEWARE OF JUGGING – A Growing Threat

“Jugging” happens when criminals watch you withdraw cash or make high-value purchases, then follow you to your next stop. Once you leave your vehicle unattended—even for a moment—they break in and steal your valuables.

🔍 Common targets:

• Bank & ATM customers

• Electronics or jewelry store shoppers

• Anyone loading expensive items into a car

🔒 Protect yourself:

• Be aware of your surroundings

• Don’t leave cash, bags, or electronics in plain view

• Head straight home after high-value purchases

• If something feels off, trust your instincts

Our detectives are seeing more of these cases in Corpus Christi. Help us prevent the next one.

#Jugging #AutoTheft #BeAlert #CCPDATTF #SecureYourStuff #IfYouLikeItLockIt

Detectives with the Corpus Christi Police Department’s Narcotics and Vice Investigations Division conducted an undercover operation Saturday evening, checking compliance at fifteen beer and wine retailers across the city. Three of the retailers visited by Investigators sold alcoholic beverages to individuals under the age of 21. NVID’s goal is zero.

During the operation, cooperating individuals, under the direction and close supervision of NVID Detectives attempted to purchase alcoholic beverages from various convenience stores throughout the city. All individuals are over the age of eighteen but under twenty-one, the legal age to purchase alcoholic beverages in Texas. NVID Detectives checked fifteen businesses, and clerks at three of those stores sold alcoholic beverages to the underage operatives.

The store clerks who sold the alcoholic beverages, face a charge of Sale to Minors (TABC 106.3), a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in jail and/or a fine of up to $4000. NVID will forward the results of this operation to the Texas Alcohol and Beverage Commission for administrative action against the permittees, which could include revocation, suspension and/or fines.

Saturday’s operation was conducted in advance of Memorial Day and next weekend’s high school graduation ceremonies, as families flock to Corpus Christi beaches to enjoy the sun and fun. The goal behind Saturday’s operation is to ensure that all beach goers, graduates and their families enjoy the festivities, without the tragedy that often accompanies underage drinking. Alcohol is a common denominator in underage traffic fatalities and frequently leads to numerous other negative consequences. NVID intends to conduct more of these operations in the near future, including repeat visits of previous offenders. NVID will send letters to all businesses that were inspected, including those that were in compliance. For those businesses that were not in compliance, future infractions will likely result in the immediate arrest of the offenders. During Saturday’s operation, five convenience stores that had sold to minors during past NVID Minor Sting operations were targeted, but did not repeat their mistakes by selling again.

The Corpus Christi Police Department continues to collaborate with all government and private entities to combat underage drinking and help accomplish our mission of working with the community to reduce crime, reduce the fear of crime and enhance public safety.