Senior Officer Travis Pace was born in Prince George’s County, Maryland.  After his father retired from the United States Navy, he relocated to Aransas Pass, Texas and graduated from Aransas Pass High School in 1986.  He then attended Del Mar College and served in the United States Army for 6 years. 

In August 1990, Travis was hired by the Corpus Christi Police Department as a Cadet for the 46^th Police Academy. After graduating the Police Academy, Travis was assigned to the Patrol Division. During his patrol career, Travis was a Field Training Officer for seven academy classes and spent fifteen years as a member of the SWAT Team performing several duties including Assistant Team Leader. Travis then transferred to the Training Division where he spent fifteen years as an instructor, serving in multiple positions to include In-Service coordinator, physical fitness coordinator and defensive tactics coordinator. Travis stated, “Training and molding the future of our department through teaching is one of my proudest accomplishments in my career.”  

Travis is an Active Shooter instructor for law enforcement personnel as well as civilians. He has lectured countless people throughout our local community and has been invited to teach in Austin and Laredo.  

During his time in the training division, Travis began capturing and highlighting various aspects of the police department through multimedia.  This led to him being transferred to his current assignment in the Public Information Office. Travis has spent ten years in the Public Information Office and recently became the department’s videographer. Travis stated, “I absolutely enjoy what I do, capturing and highlighting the accomplishments of the Department and its Officers.”  

In his off time, Travis enjoys camping with his wife Denise. He is a father of 4 wonderful children and has a grandson that he loves to spoil.  
  
Travis stated, “In my 33 years of public service, I’ve always tried to make people around me smile or laugh. If I’m able to do that, then I’ve had a good day.” 

Date: Saturday, September 2, 2023
Time: 10:00 am (gates open at 8:00 am)
Location: 5485 Greenwood

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

VIEWING: Friday, September 1, 2023, 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 during the viewing on Friday.

No one under 18 allowed. This includes after the auction during pick up times.

Facemasks, face coverings and social distancing strongly encouraged.

146 Cars, Trucks, Moped, ATV, Camper and Forklift.

The Corpus Christi Police Department wants to remind you to always be vigilant when visiting banks and withdrawing funds. It’s always recommended to:

-Go directly to your destination after withdrawing funds

-Never leave money, money envelopes, or other valuables inside your vehicle

-If you see something suspicious, call the police and get to a safe area

Stay safe Corpus Christi, and always remember: If you like it, lock it!

Due to the expected rainfall, please watch out for flooding. We want our community to be safe.

Here are some helpful suggestions for the inclement weather:

If possible, please stay home during the heavy rain.

If you must travel, drive slower than usual so that you have time to react to other traffic on the roadway.

Turn on your headlights so that you are visible to other vehicles and pedestrians.

Be aware of possible flooding or moving water in low lying areas. It only takes 1-2 feet of rushing water to sweep away a vehicle.

Some roadways may be closed by barricades. Please do not drive around them as they are there for your safety.

If you have seen an ongoing traffic issue or notice an aggressive driver you may contact the Corpus Christi Police Department at saferoadsforcc@cctexas.com.

This email will be received by several different sections within the city so that the issue may be addressed. These sections include Corpus Christi Police Department Uniform Patrol Captains, Traffic Safety Section Lieutenants, and Traffic Engineering at city hall.

To report an aggressive driver be sure to list the following information in the email:
•Date
•Time
•Location
•Description of the vehicle
•License plate

Aggressive Driving behaviors would include:
•Speeding
•Following too closely
•Abrupt lane changes
•Distracted driving (cell phone use while driving)
•Failing to signal lane change

CCPD Narcotics & Vice Investigations Division (NVID) Detectives served multiple search warrants on Friday August 4th, concluding a years-long investigation into illegal drug trafficking on the city’s south side. During the operation, Detectives conducted searches of storage units located on the 3200 block of Rodd Field Road and the 6600 block of Yorktown Blvd., along with a residence on the 4000 block of Stadium Drive.

As a result of the searches NVID investigators seized approximately fifteen pounds of hydroponic marijuana, approximately one pound of THC resin, three firearms, and approximately $1,200,000 in cash that Detectives believe are proceeds from drug dealing.

Arrested during the complex and well-coordinated operation were Adam Estes age 27 and Sujie Chang, age 29. Both face felony charges of manufacturing and delivery of a controlled substance, a first-degree felony punishable by from five to ninety-nine years in prison, along with possession of marijuana between five and fifty pounds, a third-degree felony punishable by up to ten years in prison. The money seizure is one of the largest ever in the history of the NVID and is indicative of a large-scale illegal drug distribution operation. Detectives continue to investigate; additional arrests, charges and seizures are possible.

As a follow-up to the officer involved shooting that occurred on July 30, 2023, the following information has been made available for release. 

The second offender has been processed by our City Detention Center; thus, we are able to release the identity and charges of the offender involved.   

27-year-old Joshua Deleon was medically cleared and was transported to the City Detention Center on August 7, 2023.  Deleon has been charged with one count of Attempted Capital Murder and one count of Murder.  

This is still an active investigation and updates will follow as they are made available for release.

For more information related to this incident: 

OFFICER INVOVLED SHOOTING AT 5700 BLOCK OF AAVA DR. | CCPD Blotter (wordpress.com)

Operation Safe Return is tomorrow, Saturday, August 5, 2023. We hope to see you there. If you need more information, contact the Crime Prevention Unit at 361-886-2765.

On Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at 7:48 pm, officers were dispatched to a disturbance at 3200 Buddy Lawrence that upgraded to a shooting with injuries. 

Officers arrived on scene and located a 30-year-old adult male with a gunshot wound and provided medical aid. Medics arrived and transported the gunshot victim to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.  

Witnesses told officers on scene that a female ran from a 32-year-old male, later identified as Victor Ramos, with Ramos following the female into a local business. The gunshot victim tried to intervene to assist the female and was shot by Ramos. Witnesses stated Ramos then forcefully pushed the female into his pickup then fled the scene before officer arrival. 

At 8:03 pm, officers were dispatched to 1100 S. Port Ave reference a major traffic accident. Callers stated that the male in the pickup exited the pickup with a gun and ran from the scene on foot. Officers arrived and found that the pickup was involved in the Buddy Lawrence shooting. Officers began looking for Ramos when another victim approached officers and advised that their vehicle had been stolen by Ramos after the traffic accident, who fled in that stolen vehicle.  

The 30-year-old female victim that was initially forced into the vehicle by Ramos was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The two occupants of the vehicle involved in the traffic accident were also transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. 

The stolen vehicle and Ramos were located at the 1400 block of Thompkins Street, where Ramos was taken into custody. Officers were able to recover the firearm used in the incident and also located illegal narcotics on Ramos’ person.  

After medical clearance at a local hospital, Ramos was booked into the City Detention Center with the following charges: Aggravated Kidnapping, Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, 2 counts of Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by Felon, Possession of Controlled Substance.

This is still an active 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=.

Rose Blanton was born in Corpus Christi, Texas, and began her career with the Corpus Christi Police Department in Central Records as a Data Entry Clerk on April 3, 1995.  

During her 28-years as a civilian employee, Rose has held several positions within the department, including Telephone Report Unit Clerk, Fingerprint Technician and Crime Scene Investigator. While Rose was a Fingerprint Technician, she received a Letter of Acknowledgment for assisting officers who brought a subject to the Nueces County Jail to be identified by his fingerprints. The subject was found to have an active murder warrant. 

In June 2012, Rose transferred to the Property Division where she began working in all areas of the Property Warehouse and gained a wealth of knowledge. This led to Rose being promoted to Lead Supervisor in August 2021. Rose currently supervises six employees. She is responsible in preparing monthly auctions as well as overseeing weekly deposits from property that has met their retentions or has been awarded to the City of Corpus Christi. Rose also supervises the bi-annual weapons destruction and maintains the accuracy of the homicide vault by assuring that all cases and property are kept in a uniform storage. Rose ensures that all policies and procedures are followed which affects the yearly audit that is conducted to ensure the accountability and accuracy of all evidence.  

Rose has successfully completed numerous training classes and certifications to assist her in her positions, to include Breath Test/Intoxilyzer Operator; Crime Scene Investigaton and Evidence Collection; Collection, Documentation and Preservation of Footwear and Tire Track Evidence; Courtroom Testimony Techniques, Success instead of Survival; Digital Crime Scene and Evidence Photography; Texas Association of Property and Evidence Inventory Technicians. 

Rose’s direct supervisor, Patricia Persohn, stated, “Rose has a positive attitude, enjoys her job, is always willing to assist others, and is a role model of good work ethics.”  

In her time off, Rose enjoys going fishing, dancing and to the beach with her pups.