All posts by Officer Madeline Vaughn

UPDATE: Shooting-700 N Shoreline

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

City Council Arrests Sept 2, 2025

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)

ON SITE AUCTION AND LIVE ONLINE (WEBCAST)

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

16-Year-Old Apprehended for Beauvais Shooting

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.

Kayak Call

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.  

Commercial Fire- 5900 SPID

On July 29, 2025 at 5:39 pm, Officers were dispatched to the 5900 block of SPID in reference to a commercial fire.

After officers arrived, they found a male with life threatening injuries. The male was transported by medics to a local hospital in critical condition.

The cause of the fire is unknown at this time and is actively being investigated by an Arson Investigator with Corpus Christi Fire Department.


Help Us Locate Missing Female

UPDATE: Amy has been located.

The Corpus Christi Police Department is requesting your assistance in locating a missing female. Amy Huerta, age 18, was last contacted approximately two weeks ago.

Amy stands at a height of 5 feet 1 inch and weighs approximately 110 pounds. She has a name tattooed on her top left arm.

If you observe Amy or are aware of her current location, please promptly contact 911 or the non-emergency number (361) 886-2600.

1400 Horne Rd

On July 17, 2025 at 4:37 am, officers were dispatched to the 1400 block of Horne Rd. in reference to a shooting. After officers arrived, they located a 20-year-old male with multiple gunshot wounds. The male was transported to a local hospital with critical, but non-life-threatening injuries.

The Corpus Christi Police Department’s Gang, Violent Crimes, Drone, and K9 Units, as well as the U.S. Marshal’s Violent Fugitive Task Force and NIBIN detectives, worked in unison to investigate this incident thoroughly. During the course of the investigation, officers were able to identify and obtain warrants for three individuals for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon and Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity.

CCPD officers were able to locate and arrest Christian Martinez (18), Fabian Rodriguez (19), and Jesse Rodriguez (49).

This is still an active and ongoing investigation. Anyone with information is asked to please call CCPD Detectives at (361)886-2840. If you would like to remain anonymous, you may contact Crime Stoppers at (361)888-TIPS (8477) or submit information at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=.

Christian Martinez (18)

Fabian Rodriguez (19)

Jesse Rodriguez (49)

UPDATE: Officer Involved Shooting 4600 Ocean Dr

UPDATE: Offender CHAD WAYNE RODNEY (53) was medically cleared at a local hospital and transported to the City Detention Center for booking. RODNEY was charged with (6) counts of Aggravated Assault on a Peace officer, and (2) counts of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon.

On Monday July 7, 2025, at 11:00 pm, Officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department, along with the Corpus Christi Fire Department, were dispatched to the 4600 block of Ocean Dr. in reference to an Unknown EMS call.

Officers arrived and began initiating verbal contact with a male through the front door of the apartment.  The male began firing rounds through the front door of the apartment, then stepped into the breezeway and began firing rounds in both directions towards Officers.  One Officer sustained a gunshot wound to the leg.  Another Officer returned fire, striking the suspect in the leg.

The Officer and the suspect were transported to local hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries.

As per department policy, the involved Officers will be placed on administrative leave.

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=

7000 Gulf Beach Rd

On July 4, 2025 at 8:28 pm, officers were dispatched to the 7000 block of Gulf Beach Rd in reference to a shooting. 

After officers arrived, they located a female in her 30s with a gun shot wound. The female was transported to a local hospital in critical but stable condition. 

If you have any information regarding this incident, please promptly contact non emergency at (361)886-2600 or if you wish to remain anonymous contact Crime Stoppers at (361)888-8477.