At approximately 8:50 am this morning, Jezabel and Zaylee Zamora were located safely at a residence on the 6400 block of Weber. Jezabel and Zaylee have since been reunited with their family.

The arrests of Kristian Garcia and Rodrick Garcia, along with the recovery of Jezabel and Zaylee Zamora were the direct result of countless hours of diligent investigation and teamwork with our federal counterparts.

Kristian Garcia was taken into police custody at approximately 9:00 am on several outstanding warrants for: Murder ($1,000,000 Bond), Aggravated Robbery ($100,000 bond), and two counts of Aggravated Kidnapping.  Kristian Garcia will be transported to the City Detention Center for processing.

Rodrick Garcia was arrested at approximately 2:00 pm on June 09, 2021 on the 5100 block of Flynn Parkway.  Rodrick was charged with the following outstanding warrants: Kidnapping ($100,000 Bond) and two additional warrants out of Victoria County for Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 and Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 2.

We want to thank our Investigators with the Family Violence and Homicide/Robbery Sections of our Criminal Investigations Division, Officers with our Patrol Division, Gang Unit, SWAT Unit, HNT Unit and Organized Crime Unit.  We also want to thank our Federal counterparts with FBI Corpus Christi, FBI Houston, FBI San Antonio, National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and US Marshal Violent Offender Fugitive Task Force.

Lastly, we want to thank the community and media for their assistance.  Your efforts in bringing awareness and remaining observant were crucial in safely locating Jezabel and Zaylee.

For additional information about the kidnapping, please see: https://ccpdblotter.com/2021/06/08/32697/

In relation to the Kidnapping investigation from June 08, 2021, investigators have identified an accomplice that worked alongside Kristian Garcia.  As a result, a warrant has been secured for 26-year-old Rodrick Garcia for Kidnapping ($100,000 Bond). 

Rodrick is described as a white male, who stands 5’08”, weighs approximately 165 pounds, with dark brown hair and brown eyes. 

Investigators are still seeking assistance from the public to locate the whereabouts of Jezabel and Zaylee Zamora, if you see either, please call 911 immediately. 

Both pictures of Rodrick are from 2020, he may or may not currently have facial hair. 

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If you know the whereabouts of Rodrick Garcia, or have any additional information about this kidnapping, call the Corpus Christi Police Department at 911. Information may be provided to investigators anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=. If the information you provide leads to an arrest, it could earn you a cash reward.

For additional information about the kidnapping, please see: https://ccpdblotter.com/2021/06/08/32697/

Update: We can confirm that the White Cadillac Escalade that was used in the kidnapping has been recovered by officers. We are no longer looking for that vehicle. At this time, we do not have verified information to release about a new vehicle. As soon as we have credible and verified information to release, we will do so on our blotter page.

Date: Tuesday, June 8, 2021
Location: 6800 block of Windy Creek
Offense: Aggravated Kidnapping

At approximately 3:17 pm on today’s date, officers were dispatched to the 6800 block of Windy Creek Dr for a kidnapping.

Upon arrival, officers were informed that 24-year-old Kristian Garica entered the residence of his ex-girlfriend, 18-year-old Jezabel Zamora without consent.  The reporting party told officers that Kristian forced Jezabel and her 1-year-old daughter Zaylee Zamora to leave with him against their will and they are believed to be in danger. All parties were last seen leaving in a white in color, 2007 Cadillac Escalade with Texas plates (4SJKC)

Suspect Kristian Garcia is described as a 24-year-old male, who stands 5’07”, weighs approximately 160 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.  Kristian has a scar on his face and visible tattoos on both forearms.   Kristian was last seen wearing a white hoodie.

Jezabel Zamora is described as an 18-year-old female, who stands 4’11”, weighs approximately 97 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes, she was last seen wearing a camo tank top and blue jeans.  Jezabel has the following tattoos: Medusa tattoo on left thigh, rose on right forearm, tattoo of name Zaylee on left shoulder. 

Zaylee Zamora is described as a female, who stands 2’2”, weighs 25 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.

Kristian Garcia currently has the following active warrants; Murder ($1,000,000 Bond), Aggravated Robbery ($100,000 Bond). 

Investigators are seeking help from the public to locate the whereabouts of Jezabel Zamora and Zaylee Zamora.  Investigators have already submitted the required paperwork for an Amber Alert as well as a Clear Alert.

If you see the suspect vehicle or either Jezabel, Zaylee or Kristian, or have any additional information about this kidnapping, call the Corpus Christi Police Department at 911. Information may be provided to investigators anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=. If the information you provide leads to an arrest, it could earn you a cash reward.

Nueces County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help to locate Enrique Diaz who has an outstanding warrant for Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child (No Bond).    

Diaz is described as a 21-year-old male, who stands 5’11” feet, weighs approximately 250 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.

If you know how to locate Diaz, call Crime Stoppers at (361)888-TIPS (8477) or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=. The information you provide to Crime Stoppers is anonymous and if the information leads to an arrest, it could earn you a cash reward.

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You may also contact the Nueces County Sheriff’s Office at (361) 887-2239 or (361) 887-2219 after 5:00 pm.

Nueces County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help to locate Adrian Johnson who has an outstanding warrant for Continuous Sex Abuse of Child under 14 ($150,000 Bond).    

Johnson is described as a 30-year-old male, who stands 5’11” feet, weighs approximately 150 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.

If you know how to locate Johnson, call Crime Stoppers at (361)888-TIPS (8477) or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=. The information you provide to Crime Stoppers is anonymous and if the information leads to an arrest, it could earn you a cash reward.

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You may also contact the Nueces County Sheriff’s Office at (361) 887-2239 or (361) 887-2219 after 5:00 pm.

An anti-prostitution operation conducted by the Corpus Christi Police Department’s Narcotics and Vice Investigations Division on Saturday, May 15, 2021, resulted in the arrests of three women on charges of prostitution. A 19-year-old female, 23-year-old female, and a 34-year-old female were charged with Prostitution. The women were arrested after they solicited an undercover CCPD Officer for sex acts in exchange for money. The operation targeted individuals that solicit via various online platforms.

NVID Detectives were assisted in the operation by Operations Division Officers, Nueces County District Attorney’s Office, as well as civilians with the Red Cord Initiative. The Red Cord Initiative is a prostitution diversion program aimed to provide practical and emotional support for those involved in prostitution. The program is successful due to the collaboration between the Coastal Bend Wellness Foundation, social service organizations, the Nueces County District Attorney Office, and the Corpus Christi Police Department. The program affords those involved with sex work an opportunity to address the myriad of behavioral, social, and psychological problems they have faced throughout their lifetime. Since 2013, Red Cord has provided case management, health services, job training, substance abuse treatment, clothing, housing, counseling, and other social services needed to address the circumstances related to their involvement in prostitution. Participants who successfully complete the program have their cases dismissed by the District Attorney’s Office.

All of the individuals arrested during Saturday’s operation declined to participate in the program. Since its inception in 2013, 355 men and women have been arrested for prostitution during these operations, 150 have qualified for the program, and 35 have graduated from the program. The Red Cord initiative receives no government funding and is supported entirely through donations. To learn more, volunteer or donate, citizens can visit the Coastal Bend Wellness foundation at http://www.cbwellness.org.

Although often inaccurately referred to as a “victimless” crime, prostitution is inextricably linked to multiple other crimes including assault, human trafficking, sexual abuse, drug abuse, and the spread of sexually transmitted infectious disease. Neighborhoods where prostitution is prevalent experience a drastic degradation of the quality of life that citizens expect and deserve. The Corpus Christi Police Department will continue to collaborate with all government and private entities to combat prostitution and help accomplish our mission of working with the community to reduce crime, reduce the fear of crime and enhance public safety.

Date: Thursday, May 13, 2021 5:03 A.M. 
Location: 2800 block of Ruth
Incident: Murder
Case Number: 2105130014

Corpus Christi Police Department is asking for your help to locate 40-year-old Eugene Reid who has an outstanding warrant which was issued on Friday, May 14, 2021 for Murder ($1,000,000 Bond).

Reid is described as a 40-year-old black male who stands 6′03″, weighs approximately 245 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.

This murder warrant relates to an incident which occurred on Thursday, May 13, 2021. Officers were dispatched to the 2800 block of Ruth in reference to a shooting. When officers arrived, they located a 29-year-old male victim who had sustained a life-threatening gunshot wound.  The victim was transported to a local hospital by medics where he eventually succumbed to his injury.

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If you know how to locate Eugene Reid, call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=, it can earn you a cash reward.

The Nacogdoches County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help to locate 32-year-old Charles Seth Alexander who has seven outstanding warrants to include; Larceny, Carrying Prohibited Weapon, Theft, Burglary of Building, UUMV, Theft of Property and Criminal Trespass. Alexander was last known to be in the Corpus Christi area, and is also known to frequent the Jim Wells County area.

Alexander is described as a 32-year-old male, who stands 5’05” feet, weighs approximately 155 pounds, with brown hair, green eyes, and may have facial hair as seen in the photo.

If you know how to locate Alexander, call Crime Stoppers at (361)888-TIPS (8477) or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=. The information you provide to Crime Stoppers is anonymous and if the information leads to an arrest, it could earn you a cash reward.

You may also contact the Nacogdoches County Sheriff’s Office at 936-560-7777 or Crime Stoppers at 936-560-4636.

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1:15 P.M. Update: The female in this photo has been identified, Investigators are now working to file appropriate charges. Thank you for your assistance.

Date: Sunday, April 25, 2021, 2:15 AM
Location: 6500 Yorktown
Offense: Aggravated Assault
Case Number: 2104250010

Corpus Christi Police Detectives need your help locating an Aggravated Assault suspect.  

At approximately 2:15 A.M. on Sunday, April 25, 2021 officers were dispatched to a fight in progress.  Upon arrival, officers discovered that an adult female was assaulted by a female suspect, after a hit and run accident. The victim sustained major injuries in the assault.

The female suspect is pictured, she is described as an adult female, approximately 5’04”, 140 pounds, with dark hair and brown eyes.  The female was seen wearing a red in color crop top and black shorts. 

The suspect was seen leaving the scene in a white in color Ford Mustang.  

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If you can identify this suspect or have any information related to this crime, you are urged to contact Detective David Perez at (361) 886-2676. You may also call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=. Information provided to Crime Stoppers is anonymous and if the information leads to an arrest, it could earn you a cash reward.

As is our practice we are releasing the information for the officers who were involved in the shooting on May 02, 2021.

Two Corpus Christi Police Officers have been placed on paid administrative leave, which is in accordance with current department practice and policy.

Officer Thomas Zirkle has been a police officer with the Corpus Christi Police Department for 6 years.

Officer Dana Robbins has been a police officer with the Corpus Christi Police Department for 4 years. 

This is still an active and ongoing investigation. If you have any information pertaining to 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=.

For additional information on this incident:
https://ccpdblotter.com/2021/05/03/officer-involved-shooting-11/