Sunday, December 15th will mark the 39th anniversary of the day Gary and Stephanie Gillette were found brutally murdered inside their home on the 4800 block of Sweetbriar Circle.

Gary’s prized possession, his late father’s 1970 Buick Electra convertible, had been stolen from the couple’s garage and was found abandoned one day later on the 6200 block of Wimbledon Drive.

Gary’s three daughters have never stopped looking for answers to help ease the devastating pain of not knowing who took their father and stepmother, and essentially their childhood, from them. Corpus Christi Police Department Homicide Detectives have made significant strides toward identifying the suspect or suspects who committed this heinous crime, but are still seeking the one sliver of information that will help bring justice to the victims and closure to their family.

If you have information that you believe could be helpful to solving this case, please call Detective Justin Wicks at 361-826-4082 or Detective Krystal Rodriguez at 361-886-2843. Callers wishing to remain anonymous can earn up to a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in this case by calling CrimeStoppers at 361-888-TIPS. For more information, please view the following video.

On Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 0846 hours, Corpus Christi police officers were dispatched to the 7600 block of Bullrider Dr. in reference to a suspicious person call.

The reporting party of the call advised that two unknown males were parked in an alleyway.  The two males were getting in and out of the vehicle with ski masks on.  A CCPD drone pilot was filming the ribbon cutting ceremony of the new police academy with his drone, and flew the drone to the area of the call and had a visual on the vehicle and suspicious persons before officers arrived.  Officers converged on the vehicle and contacted 3 males inside the vehicle.  All three males were wearing gloves, and two of the males were wearing full ski masks.  

It was determined that the vehicle had been reported stolen.  Upon further investigation, a handgun, stolen checks, and illegal narcotics were found inside the vehicle.  

Officers arrested Jose Manuel Esquivel (18 years old) for unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, unlawful carrying of a weapon, and engaging in organized criminal activity.

Jeremiah Cole Anderson (17 years old) for fraudulent use of identifying information, possession of a controlled substance, and engaging in organized criminal activity.

Jonah Morris (18 years old) for engaging in organized criminal activity.

Thank you for being vigilant and aware of the activity in your neighborhoods.  If you see something suspicious, say something.  This also highlights how the Corpus Christi Police Department is using the latest technology to keep our community safe.  

On November 13, 2024, at approximately 5:29 pm Corpus Christi Police Officers contacted offender Jonathan Ruth at the 1000 block of Lipan St. Ruth was arrested for 3 outstanding warrants related to a reckless driving incident that was video recorded on Shoreline drive on November 9, 2024.

Ruth was booked and charged with Reckless Driving, Collision involving damage to vehicle, and False report to a peace officer. His damaged vehicle was also impounded.

The Corpus Christi Police Department takes the safety and security of our citizens seriously and want to remind the public this behavior will not be tolerated.

The Corpus Christi Police Department provided our local media with information of the July 4th weekend operational plan. Our main goal is the overall safety of the citizens of our community. Please have a safe and happy holiday weekend. To report fireworks call 361-886-COPS (2677).

On April 20, 2024 at 12:32 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 5400 block of Burnham Dr. in reference to a male and female involved in a disturbance with shots fired. Officers arrived at the apartments where they attempted to locate the disturbance. The responding officers located the disturbance and made contact with a 26 year old male at the door of the apartment. As soon as officers contacted the suspect, a struggle ensued. The male suspect produced a gun, shooting and striking one of the officers. One of the assisting officers returned fire, striking the male who succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The officer was transported to a local hospital and is in critical condition at this time.

The Corpus Christi Police Officers who were involved will be placed on paid administrative leave, in accordance with current department practice and policy. 

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=. 

Friday, December 15th will mark the 38th anniversary of the day Gary and Stephanie Gillette were found brutally murdered inside their home on the 4800 block of Sweetbriar Circle. 

Gary’s prized possession, his late father’s 1970 Buick Electra convertible, had been stolen from the couple’s garage and was found abandoned one day later on the 6200 block of Wimbledon Drive.  Gary’s three daughters have never stopped looking for answers to help ease the devastating pain of not knowing who took their father and stepmother, and essentially their childhood, from them. 

Corpus Christi Police Department Homicide Detectives have made significant strides toward identifying the suspect or suspects who committed this heinous crime, but are still seeking the one sliver of information that will help bring justice to the victims and closure to their family.  

If you have information that you believe could be helpful to solving this case, please call Detective Justin Wicks at 361-826-4082 or Detective Krystal Rodriguez at 361-886-2843.  Callers wishing to remain anonymous can earn up to a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in this case by calling CrimeStoppers at 361-888-TIPS.  For more information, please view the following video.

Date: Thursday September 27-28, 2023
Time: 3:30 pm – 7:00 am
Location: 6900 IH 37 Access Southbound
Offense: Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle
Case Number: 2309280014

On September 28, 2023 at approximately 7:44 am officers were dispatched to the 6900 block of IH 37 Access for a theft of a skid steer front end loader. Officers contacted the victim who advised that sometime between September 27, 3:30 pm and September 28, 7:00 am someone entered the job site and took a 2017 CAT (Caterpillar) Skid Steer vehicle. The vehicle was equipped with a front bucket. The responding officers were advised that the vehicle was tracked to the 5700 block of Leopard St.

Officers went to the convenience store located at 5700 Leopard St. and were able to view video of the suspect vehicle and two suspects. The suspect vehicle is a quad cab truck, red in color with a tool box and side steps.

Suspect #1 is a heavy set male wearing a yellow safety vest, boots, blue jeans, a light blue t-shirt, baseball cap and appeared to be unshaven.

Suspect #2 is a heavy set male wearing light colored shorts and t-shirt, a Dallas Cowboy baseball hat and dark colored shoes. He has a beard, mustache and long hair.

If you have any additional information about this crime or can identify the suspects in this video please call detectives at 361-886-2840, or if you would like to be anonymous call Crime Stoppers at 361-888-TIPS or submit the information online at www.cctexas.com/crimestoppers. 

Corpus Christi Police Detectives need your help locating 47 year old Phillip Loveday. Mr. Loveday was last seen on August 2, 2023 around 9:30 a.m. when he left for work from the area of 4900 Cape Vista Ct. His wife became concerned when she received a phone call that he did not show up for work or church. Mr. Loveday is approximately 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighs approximately 200 pounds. He has blonde hair and blue eyes. He was driving a white 2016 Ford F-250 displaying one of these two Texas license plate numbers HTN9773 or PPN1389.

If you have any information that may assist Investigators or know the whereabouts of Phillip Loveday, please call Corpus Christi Police Department directly by calling (361) 886-2840 or by calling (361) 886-2600.

Date: Tuesday May 9, 2023
Time: 3:50 am
Location: 5900 Norvel
Offense: Aggravated Robbery

SUSPECT ARRESTED 05-10-23

Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division Robbery Homicide Section developed information that 17 year old Victor Martinez was the suspect involved in the Aggravated Robbery on the 5900 block of Norvel.

With the assistance of the Gang Unit, Victor was picked up and a warrant of arrest was secured by Detectives. Victor Martinez was transported to the City Detention Center for processing.

ORIGINAL POST 05-09-23

Corpus Christi Robbery/Homicide detectives need your help identifying this aggravated robbery suspect.

On May 9, 2023, at 3:50 am, Officers were dispatched to the area of 5900 Norvel Drive in reference to a shooting.  

On arrival, officers located a gunshot victim lying in the street and immediately provided medical aid to the victim until medics arrived. The 49-year-old male victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment for life-threatening injuries. 

During the officer’s investigation, it was discovered that the victim found the offender inside of his vehicle. The victim confronted the offender and was shot. Officers also found that several vehicles had been burglarized in the 5900 block of Norvel. 

The offender fled on foot and has not been located at this time. The offender in the video is described as a Hispanic male, wearing a black hoodie, black shorts, white shoes, and a black backpack. 

If you have any additional information about this crime or can identify the suspect in this video please call detectives at 361-886-2840, or if you would like to be anonymous call Crime Stoppers at 361-888-TIPS or submit the information online at www.cctexas.com/crimestoppers. 

UPDATE: Mr. Guzman was located safe and sound. Thank you to everyone for your assistance.

Police need your help locating 74 year old Joe Albert Guzman. Mr. Guzman was last seen at approximately 3:00pm walking in the area of Texan and Alameda after leaving his home in the area of 700 Crestview. Mr. Guzman is is 5 feet 8 inches tall and has a medium build. He has grey hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a white t-shirt and black and white plaid shorts. Mr. Guzman suffers from dementia and other medical conditions.

If you have any information or see Mr. Guzman, please call Corpus Christi Police Department directly by calling 911 or (361) 886-2600.