UPDATE:

Ernestine has been located safely.

The Corpus Christi Police Department is requesting your assistance in locating an elderly female missing from the area. Ernestine (Ernie) Rosas, age 86, was last seen walking at approximately 4:00 p.m. in the area of 7400 Spitfire Dr. Ernestine suffers from dementia.

Ernestine stands at a height of 5 feet 3 inches and weighs approximately 125 pounds. She was dressed in a black Miller Buccaneer t-shirt, black pants, black shoes with rhinestones, and glasses.

If you observe Ernestine or are aware of her current location, please promptly contact 911.

UPDATE:

The juvenile has been located and is safe.

The Corpus Christi Police Department is looking for a missing juvenile. The juvenile was last seen around 4:00 pm in the 6600 block of McArdle Rd. 

The juvenile is described as a white male, approximately 4’11” tall, weighing 94 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes. The juvenile was last seen wearing a black and red t-shirt, blue jean pants, and grey Nike shoes. 

If you see the juvenile or know his location please call 911 immediately.

The Corpus Christi Police Department Narcotics and Vice Investigations Division (NVID) Detectives executed a search warrant on August 29, 2024. This would be the second time that the Player’s Lounge had been raided in less than a year. The first raid occurred on January 11, 2024. In both cases, Detectives were able to establish the owner and manager for the location. 

The Player’s Lounge, located in a strip mall on the 3400 block of South Padre Island Drive, was the subject of a months-long investigation that uncovered evidence of ongoing illegal gambling activities. NVID Detectives, with assistance from CCPD Traffic Unit Officers and investigators from the Texas Comptroller’s Office, served the second warrant and seized a substantial amount of gambling equipment and more than $73,000 in cash.

Mark Pelaez (24) was identified as the Owner and he faced the following felony charges

First investigation – Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity – State Jail Felony

Second Investigation  – Money Laundering >30K<150K – Third Degree Felony

                     – Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity – State Jail Felony

Brandon Roe (25) was identified as the Manager and he faced the following felony charges

First Investigation    - Money Laundering >2500<30K – State Jail Felony

                    – Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity – State Jail Felony 

Second Investigation  - Money Laundering >30K<150K – Third Degree Felony

                     – Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity – State Jail Felony

On September 25, 2025, both defendants agreed to a plea deal involving both cases. The Defendants pled guilty to all the above felony charges.  As part of the plea deal all the pending misdemeanor charges were dismissed. 

The Corpus Christi Police Department reminds the public that any game room offering cash payouts is operating illegally. Both patrons and operators of such establishments may face criminal prosecution.

Anyone with information about illegal gambling operations is encouraged to contact the Corpus Christi Police Department at (361) 886-2600 or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477).

Date: Saturday, October 4, 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, October 3, 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 duration of the auction.  This includes viewing day, before and after the auction and when picking up auction vehicles.

102 Cars, Trucks, Travel Trailer, and Motorcycles

On September 10, 2025, the Corpus Christi Police Department’s Narcotics Vice Investigations Division conducted a “Jane” sting in the areas of Port Ave/Ruth St, Agnes St/19^th St, and the Leopard Corridor and San Diego Park.

Five women were taken into custody and interviewed by the Red Cord prior to being booked into CDC.

Maria Perez (42)- Prostitution w/3^rd or more Convictions

Jessica Howlett (33)- Prostitution

Ann Sanchez (52)- Prostitution

Lourdes Ibarra (54)- Prostitution w/3^rd or more Convictions

Diann Perrot (55)- Prostitution

ADDITIONAL UPDATE: On September 15, 2025, Robbery Homicide detectives were able to secure a Murder warrant in reference to the Shoreline Blvd shooting.

Officers in the Violent Crimes Unit were able to take Nathan Iruegas (23) into custody without incidence at a residence in the 3700 block of Lamont St.

Iruegas was transported to the City Detention Center for booking.

On September 15, 2025, the shooting victim succumbed to his injuries. This is still an active investigation, and Detectives are following up on leads.

ORIGINAL: On September 14, 2025, at 3:10 am, Officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department were dispatched to the 700 block of N Shoreline Blvd in reference to a shooting. 

When officers arrived, they located a male victim with a gunshot wound. Medics transported the male to a local hospital in critical condition. 

CCPD’s Criminal Investigation Division, Violent Crimes Unit, and Gang Unit responded to the scene to investigate. 

It was later determined that a disturbance occurred at the location and a weapon was then produced. 

This is an active and ongoing investigation. 

Anyone with information regarding this crime is encouraged to call the Criminal Investigation Division at (361) 826-2840. Callers wishing to remain anonymous can submit tips to Crime Stoppers at (361) 888-TIPS or 888-8477

During the City Council meeting on September 2, 2025, several individuals were repeatedly disruptive despite being asked to stop. Both the Mayor and law enforcement officers requested compliance to maintain order and allow the meeting to proceed. When those individuals failed to comply, the officers made the decision to proceed with arrests.

The disruptions included the use of profane language and behavior clearly intended to interrupt the meeting. While we strongly encourage the public’s right to voice their opinions and participation, it is important to uphold the integrity and order of public meetings so that all voices can be heard respectfully. 

The Corpus Christi Police Department is committed to maintaining a safe environment for all community members.

Isabel Araiza (51)- Disorderly Conduct (Class C Misdemeanor)

Heather Shields (45)- Disrupt Meeting or Procession (Class B Misdemeanor) and Resist Arrest Search or Transport (Class A Misdemeanor)

Amanda Breland (34)- Hinder Proceedings by Disorderly Conduct (Class A Misdemeanor)

Date: Saturday, September 6, 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, September 5, 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 duration of the auction.  This includes viewing day, before and after the auction and when picking up auction vehicles.

94 Cars, Trucks, Trailer, and Motorcycles

A sixteen-year-old male suspect has been taken into custody in connection with a shooting that injured two people Saturday evening on the 7800 block of Beauvais Drive. Detectives with the Robbery/Homicide Unit of the Criminal Investigations Division conducted an intensive investigation into the shooting, which occurred during a large teen party at a residence on that block.

The investigation revealed that the sixteen-year-old suspect was in the backyard of the residence when he attempted to rob a nineteen-year-old man of his gold chain. When the victim refused to surrender the chain, the suspect pulled a handgun from his waistband and shot the victim twice, once in the chest and once in the back. A sixteen-year-old male bystander was struck in the ankle by a stray round. The nineteen-year-old victim remains hospitalized, while the sixteen-year-old victim was treated and released. Detectives worked diligently, following multiple leads that eventually resulted in the identification of the sixteen-year-old Corpus Christi teenage boy as the shooter.

Once identified, Detectives discovered that the suspect was already wanted on a Directive to Apprehend (DTA) for Violation of Juvenile Probation on previous charges of Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity, Unlawful Use of a Motor Vehicle, Evading Arrest, and Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon. CCPD Gang Unit officers began searching for the suspect and tracked him to Victoria, Texas. This information was shared with the Victoria Police Department and on Monday August 4th, the Victoria Police Highway Interdiction Team located and apprehended the juvenile, who was subsequently returned to the Nueces County Juvenile Detention Center on Tuesday, August 5th. Detectives have submitted their case file to Juvenile Prosecutors for the additional charges of Aggravated Robbery and Aggravated Assault.

This case is still an active investigation and further arrests are possible. Anyone with information regarding this crime is encouraged to call the Criminal Investigation Division at (361) 826-2840. Callers wishing to remain anonymous can submit tips to Crime Stoppers at (361) 888-TIPS or 888-8477.

On August 6, 2025 at 8:30 am, Officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department were dispatched to 5100 Hull Dr. in reference to a Missing Person.

When Officers arrived, Officers learned that a 63-year-old male went kayaking on August 5, 2025, around 6 pm and had not returned. Multiple agencies responded to assist due to the low water levels in the area.

The US Coast Guard located a kayak, but it was later determined that it was unrelated. The Corpus Christi Police Department’s Drone Unit located a second kayak. Around 12:00 pm, a body was located by the Corpus Christi Fire Department. The Corpus Christi Police Department’s Search and Recovery Dive Team was dispatched to the location to recover the body.

At this time, there is no foul play suspected.  The investigation is being handled by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.