All posts by Senior Officer Julia Hernandez-Garcia

Delta District

Copper Theft Thief Damages Newly Built Home

Occurred on 2/27/12, 09:59 a.m. Theft 4302 Lake Superior 1202270049

A contractor working on the new home reported to Officers the wire had been removed from the house.

The newly constructed home’s copper wiring was valued at $2,500 .  There is no suspect description available, but the suspect did forget to take the saw used to cut the wiring.

Anyone having any information regarding this crime is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or the Corpus Christi Police Department Property Crimes Unit.

Bravo District

Business Burglarized Overnight

Reported on 02/27/12, 9:30 a.m.   Burglary of a Business   7110 Saratoga   1202270040

Officers contacted the 58-year-old owner of KS Truck Auto Center who reported the business had been burglarized overnight.  It is believed a door to the business had been left unlocked allowing the suspect or suspects to enter the building.

The owner told Officers the suspect or suspects stole $10,000 in assorted mechanic tools belonging to an employee and the business.  At this time there is no suspect information available.

Anyone having any information regarding this crime is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or the Corpus Christi Police Department Property Crimes Unit at 361-886-2841.

Delta District

Neighbors Fight Over Death of Cat

Occurred on 02/26/12   8:13 p.m.  Aggravated Assault   647 Robinson   1202260107

Officers contacted several individuals involved in a fight over the death of the 35-year-old victim’s cat.    The victim told Officers he was notified by his girlfriend his cat had been killed by his neighbor’s dog.

When the victim spoke to his neighbor about the attack he was assaulted by three Hispanic males who were armed with a tire iron and a pipe.  The victim suffered minor injuries during the assault. 

The victim’s son who tried to stop the attack and was struck in the back of the head sustaining a laceration.  Both were taken to Spohn Memorial by CCFD Emergency Personnel for medical treatment.

The first suspect is described as a Hispanic male, 28 to 29 years of age, 6’3″ feet tall and weighing 200 lbs.  The second suspect is described as a 30 to 40-year-old Hispanic male, while the third suspect is described only as a Hispanic male.

Anyone having any information regarding this crime is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or the Corpus Christi Police Department Homicide/Robbery Bureau at 361-886-2841.

 

Delta District

Definitely a Wrong Place to Commit a Crime

Occurred on 02/27/12, 02:15 a.m.  Discharging a Firearm   3600 Saratoga     1202270012/1202270013

Lt. A. Sanders was in the parking lot of Most Precious Blood when he heard several shots fired from a silver Pontiac Grand Am as it slowly drove by.  Officers assisted him in stopping the vehicle at Frederick and SH 286 access. 

The driver Mario Omar Rivera (04/02/79) was arrested after a firearm was found underneath the driver’s seat.  His passenger Brittany Gail Wheeler (03/03/89) who appeared to be intoxicated was also arrested.

Rivera was charged with Discharging a Firearm in Certain Municipalities and Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon. Wheeler was charged with Public Intoxication.

Bravo District

Local Business Burglarized

Occurred on 1/29/12l 3:26 p.m.   Burglary of a Building   5433 S. Staples   1201290038

Officers contacted the owner of Mr. Nice Guys who reported the business was burglarized during the early morning hours. 

Video surveillance revealed two males were seen entering the business through a side window.  The suspects were seen taking numerous acrylic water pipes valued at $250.

The suspects are of unknown ethnicity and appear to be wearing dark clothing.  Anyone having any information regarding this crime is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or the Corpus Christi Police Department Property Crimes Unit.

Delta District

What’s Mine Is Ours

Occurred on 2/20/12, 03:04 a.m.  Possession of a Controlled Substance   Arlington Drive/Blanco Court   1202200018

Officers pulled over a red 1992 Chrysler New Yorker for driving without headlights and contacted the occupants who appeared to be hiding something.  The driver Moises Munguia (09/11/58) was detained in a police vehicle while Officers conducted their investigation. 

While one of the Officers kept an eye on the passenger Jose Reyna (09/04/77), he observed Reyna reach over the driver’s side and throw a baggy containing a very large rock of Crack Cocaine onto the floorboard.  Total weight of the Cocaine was 41.03 grams. Neither Munguia nor Reyna claimed ownership of the baggy and both were arrested.

Both were charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance, while Reyna was additionally charged with an outstanding Municipal Court warrant for Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility in the amount of $221.  Officers seized $1,200 from Reyna.  Munguia was also cited for Driving without Lights and Failure to Display Driver’s License.

Charlie District

Victim Stabbed as He Walks Home

Occurred on 2/18/12, 5:56 p.m.  Aggravated Assault   Kostoryz/Norton     1202180110

Officers contacted a 27–year-old assault victim at Doctor’s Regional Hospital who reported he was assaulted as he walked home.  Victim told Officers he was attacked by three Hispanic males who began to kick and punch him.  The males continued to assault him as he lay on the ground. 

One of the males slashed at him with a knife lacerating his forearm as he protected his face.  The victim’s injury was serious and will require surgery.

The armed suspect is described as Hispanic male, 16 to 22 years of age, 5’8” to 5’10” feet tall and weighing 150 to 180 lbs.  The other two males are described as Hispanic males.

Anyone having any information regarding this crime is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or the Corpus Christi Police Department Homicide/Robbery Bureau.

Community Outreach

Walk, Ride, and Drive Safely to “Keep Corpus Christi Safe”

Safety is a shared responsibility for all road users, to ensure pedestrian, bicyclist, and motorist safety. In an effort to “Keep Corpus Christi Safe,” we are asking the community to place a high priority in traveling safely to prevent accident related fatality tragedies.

The Corpus Christi Police Department encourages pedestrians, motorists, and cyclists to follow these Safety Tips:

Pedestrians

  • Before crossing a roadway, stop, look, listen, and think before crossing the road.
  • Pedestrians, never assume the motorist has seen you and will stop for you. If a driver is on a cell phone, they may not be paying enough attention to drive safely.
  • Always cross at a pedestrian marked cross walk or at a traffic signal light.
  • Be seen. At night wear light-colored clothing and cross in a well-lit area.
  • Stand clear of buses, hedges, parked cars or other obstacles before crossing so drivers can see you.
  • Always walk on the sidewalk; if there is no sidewalk, walk facing traffic.
  • Obey traffic signals such as WALK/DON’T WALK signs.

Cyclist

  • Ride with the traffic flow
  • Obey all traffic laws
  • Bicycles must have a front and rear light
  • Wear light clothing and reflective vest, especially at night
  • Pay attention at all times
  • Look both ways before turning
  • Lookout for parked cars in case of

Motorists are encouraged to always be aware of your surroundings, be alert, patient, and watch for pedestrians and cyclist at all times.

Motorists

  • Scan the road and the sides of the road ahead for potential pedestrians.
  • Before making a turn, look in all directions for pedestrians crossing.
  • Don’t drive distracted or after consuming alcohol or other drugs. Do not use your cell phone while driving.
  • Never pass/overtake a vehicle that is stopped for pedestrians.
  • Obey speed limits and come to a complete stop at a STOP sign.
  • Use extra caution when driving near children playing along the street, or older pedestrians who may not see or hear you.
  • Always be prepared to stop for pedestrians or take immediate evasive actions to prevent a serious accident. 
Community Outreach

City Manager Appoints New Police Chief

City Manager, Ron Olson, announced his selection today to fill the Corpus Christi Police Department Police Chief position as Mr. Floyd D. Simpson of Dallas, Texas.  “Mr. Simpson has a strong commitment to community policing,” said Ron Olson. “There is no doubt he will be able to continue the great work started in Corpus Christi but also help the department become the benchmark to other cities,” added Olson. Mr. Simpson’s appointment will begin March 12, 2012.

Mr. Simpson is currently the Assistant Police Chief in Dallas, Texas. He has over 20 years of policing experience including serving as an Assistant Chief of Police over both administration and patrol divisions during his tenure. Along with day-to-day activities of Assistant Police Chief, Simpson has also been involved in key projects including NFL Super Bowl XLV, community policing 2.0 back to patrol initiative and contributing to the historical 8 consecutive years of overall crime reduction in Dallas. Simpson is a graduate of Western Illinois University with a Bachelor of Science degree, Amber University with a Master of Business Administration and the 214th session of the FBI National Academy. He has been married for 24 years and has four children.

“I’m looking forward to calling Corpus Christi home. The department has really come a long way and I want to keep the momentum going,” said Floyd Simpson.  “The community is making a difference in policing and I’m seeing it first hand in Corpus Christi. I think it will be great fit for me and my family,” added Simpson. The City is currently planning a public reception to allow residents an opportunity to meet the new police chief and his wife. As details are finalized an announcement will be made public.

Delta District

Good Old Fashioned Police Work Leads to Burglary Suspect

Reported on 2/16/12, 08:18 a.m.  Burglary of a Building/U.U.M.V.  611 Palm Drive     1202160025/1202160032

Patrol Officers responded to the Nueces County Records Building Street for a burglary and a stolen vehicle.  Further investigation revealed the suspect or suspects had stolen the vehicle along with a safe.

The suspect or suspects fled in the stolen white 1999 Ford F-150 pick-up truck with Nueces Count logos on the doors.  Shortly thereafter the stolen truck was located in the 700 block of Stillman by Enduro Units Senior Officer Billy Browning.

Enduro Units Senior Officers Browning and Jeff Davis continued their search for the suspect(s) and checked Spanish Oaks Apartments at 3002 Antelope Street. Witness reports led the Officers to one of the apartments in the complex. 

Officers about to knock on the door when a Black male began to walk out of the apartment giving them a clear view of a safe inside the apartment.

The male, Harold Whyne McDowell (08/05/77) was detained while Detectives and Officers conducted their investigation.

McDowell was arrested and charged with Theft and Possession of a Controlled Substance when Cocaine was found in the residence.