Category Archives: Adam District

Adam District, Traffic Safety Division

48 Year Old Man Arrested For DWI After Single Vehicle Crash At IH 37 and McKenzie

Occurred Friday, December 7, 2012, 19:55, 10602 Interstate Highway 37 Driving While Intoxicated 1212070162

                A 48-year-old man was arrested Friday night for Driving While Intoxicated after he was involved in a single vehicle crash that destroyed a directional post and a cross walk box and post.

A blue 2000 Jeep Wrangler driven by 48-year-old Ricardo Ruiz (7/14/1964) traveled west on the 10400 block of the Interstate Highway 37 access road on Friday, December 7, 2012 at 7:55pm. The Jeep left the roadway to the left, struck a pole, then went through the intersection of the access road and McKenzie Road, and then struck a second pole. The Jeep rolled onto its top and did not strike any other vehicle or person.

A 52-year-old witness helped Ruiz out of the Jeep and told police there were no other people involved in the crash.

Corpus Christi Police Patrol Officers discovered evidence that Ruiz was intoxicated. Ruiz was transported to the hospital for treatment of non-incapacitating injuries. Corpus Christi Police Investigators gathered evidence and Ruiz was arrested for driving while intoxicated. Ruiz was released from the hospital and delivered to the city detention center.

Adam District

Utility Work on Tuloso and Suntide Roads

The City of Corpus Christi Traffic Engineering office advises residents beginning Monday, December 10, 2012 and Tuesday, December 11, 2012, weather permitting; contractors will close Tuloso Road and Suntide Road to through traffic from Up-River Road to IH-37 westbound frontage road.  Contractors will be closing one road each day and are scheduled to work between the hours of 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.

Traffic control devices will guide motorists through the construction site.  While the work is underway, motorists should expect delays and are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid the area if possible.  Motorists are also advised to observe all construction warning signs and barricading for their safety and that of construction crews.   Access to local driveways will be maintained throughout the duration of the project.

For more information, please contact Traffic Engineering at 826-3547.

Adam District, Patrol Division

Police Seek Two Men For Robbery on Leopard Street

Occurred Monday, December 03, 2012, 10:19am, Aggravated Robbery 11100 Leopard Street, 1212030054

                A 36-year-old man reported he was robbed Monday morning in the HEB parking lot at Violet and Leopard Street.

The 36-year-old man told police he parked his vehicle and then was confronted by two Hispanic men.  According to the 36-year-old man, a Hispanic man displayed a pistol and demanded money. The 36-year-old man said the second Hispanic man stood next to the man with the pistol and watched the robbery. The 36-year-old man said the two Hispanic men got cash and then left in a red two door passenger car. The red car was last seen travelling north on Violet Road.

The suspect with the pistol is described as a Hispanic man between 35-40 years of age, 5ft. 11 inches tall; about 150 pounds, bald, with light skin, a star tattoo under his left eye, and a goatee. The second suspect is described as a Hispanic man between 20 – 30 years of age, 5ft 8 inches tall, about 140 pounds, with a mustache and a spider web tattoo on his left elbow. Both men were bald and left in a red 4 door sedan that had damage to the left rear bumper.

No injuries were reported in this event.

Anyone with information about this robbery should call the Corpus Christi Police at 886-2600. Information may be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or submitted online at www.888TIPS.com.

Adam District

Man dies after being struck by a train

11-22-2012 11:45am      Death Investigation      4843 Sharpsburg       1211220042

CCFD and CCPD were called when a male subject was struck by a train in the area of 4843 Sharpsburg. He was pronounced dead at the scene. It appears that he had been walking on the train tracks with his back towards the oncoming train. The deceased has been identified.

Adam District, Criminal Investigations Division

19-Year-Old Woman Stabbed After Night Out

Occurred on 11/18/12, 04:23am  Aggravated Assault  3700 Mueller  1211180040

A woman was taken to Spohn Memorial after she was stabbed by a heavyset woman following a disturbance.  The suspect known only as “Oso” pulled a knife during the argument and stabbed the victim in the chest and neck. Officers report the victim’s injuries were not life-threatening.

The suspect was able to flee prior to the Officers’ arrival.  The women had been at a bar earlier in the evening, but the motive for the assault is unknown.  She is described as a Black female, 5’4″ to 5’8″ feet tall, and weighing 150 to 180 lbs.

Anyone with any information on this crime is encouraged to call Corpus Christi Homicide/Robbery Detectives at 361-886-2841 or remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS.  Tipsters will earn a cash reward if the suspect is arrested.

Adam District

Officer Pulls Over Vehicle Suspected of Human Smuggling

Occurred on 11/06/12, 9:23pm  Smuggling of Humans  14300 IH 37 NB  1211060133
Occurred on 11/07/12, 9:59pm  Aggravated Assault of a Peace Officer  14300 IH 37  1211070150

Adam District Officer J. Loftin pulled over a grey Pontiac Grand Prix for a traffic violation.  He contacted the driver 27-year-old female driver and her passengers.

During his investigation it was discovered the driver and passenger were being paid to take a 28-year-old woman and her children to Houston, TX.  The woman and her children were found to have entered the country illegally.

United States Customs and Border Protection Agents were called to assist and took over the investigation.  The three women and children were released into their custody.

Twenty-four hours later, Officer J. Loftin once more encountered another smuggling case which was a bit more dangerous than the previous day’s investigation.  The Officer observed a Oldsmobile Silhouette driving erratically and attempted to pull them over in a safe location.

The tan passenger van slowly pulled over and stopped when two Hispanic men jumped out and began running into the brush.  The driver opened his door to flee, but Officer Loftin ordered him to remain in the van.  The driver closed the driver’s side door and placed the van in reverse before bailing out of the vehicle. The van struck the Officer’s police car, but he was uninjured.

CCPD Officers with the assistance of United States Customs and Border Protection Agents searched for the men, but were unable to locate them.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) asks that you call them at 1-866-DHS-2ICE (347-2423) if you would like to report the unlawful smuggling and trafficking of humans and minors.

Anyone with any information on this crime is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or submit a tip online at http://www.888TIPS.com.  Tipsters will earn a cash reward if the information leads to the capture and arrests of these individuals.

Adam District, Patrol Division

Potential Bank Robber Flees When Unable To Enter Bank

Occurred Wednesday, November, 7, 2012, 11:43am, 10838 Leopard Street, Attempted Robbery, 1211070054

                Corpus Christi Police are searching for a man who attempted to rob the Capitol One Bank on Leopard Wednesday morning.

A man walked up to the First Capitol Bank on Leopard Street at 11:43am. The man wore a khaki hat, a green bandana that covered his face, a dark shirt, green shorts, white socks and shoes. The man pulled on the door handle, but the magnetic lock was active for the door. The tellers inside the bank saw the man had his face covered, so the tellers refused to allow the man to enter the bank.

The man pulled on the door several times, and then walked away. No person was injured, and no property was taken. The man held his hand in his pocket through the whole event, but did not display a weapon.

Corpus Christi Police now seek the white or Hispanic man believed to be between forty to fifty years of age. The man will be charged with Attempted Robbery if he is apprehended. Corpus Christi Police Robbery/Homicide Detectives hope to obtain video surveillance recording of the man. Anyone who has additional information about this crime should call the Corpus Christi Police Robbery/Homicide Detectives at 886-2841.

Adam District, Traffic Safety Division

Man Seriously Injured in Three Vehicle Accident

Occurred on 11/06/12, 3:38pm  Major Accident   Leopard/Callicoate      C1208485/1211060111

Patrol Officers and Traffic Investigators responded to a three vehicle accident in the 12100 block of Leopard.  Upon their arrival, Officers found a maroon Chevrolet Trail Blazer and grey GMC Terrain in the intersection.  The third vehicle, a tan Ford F350 had left the roadway and struck an electrical pole.

Further investigation revealed the Ford pick-up truck that was traveling southbound on Callicoate ran the red light and struck the Trail Blazer who was headed eastbound on Leopard.  The impact caused the Trail Blazer to collide with the Terrain who was in the outside shoulder attempting to turn southbound onto Callicoate Road. The F350 continued until it crash into a utility pole, splitting it in half.

The 60-year-old driver of the Trail Blazer was rushed to Spohn Memorial with life-threatening injuries. The 49-year-old driver of the F-350 sustained minor injuries and also taken to the hospital.  A mandatory blood draw was taken due to the seriousness of the accident.  The 23-year-old driver of SUV along with her 4-year-old passenger would seek their own doctor for a medical evaluation.

The investigation is ongoing and will be conducted by Traffic Division Investigators. There have been no charges filed at this time.

 

 

Adam District, Patrol Division

Patrol Officer Bit By Dog On Countiss Drive

Occurred Sunday, November 4, 2012, 15:30, 2700 Countiss Drive, Dogbite, 1211004741

                A Corpus Christi Police Officer was injured by a dog bite Sunday afternoon on the 2700 block of Countiss Drive.

The Patrol Officer responded to an ambulance call in which a 5-year-old boy was injured. The boy was injured in a trampoline accident and the officer went to leave the home after an ambulance crew arrived to provide the boy with medical treatment. A dog then bit the officer on the right calf and broke the skin.

Animal Control Officers arrived and removed the dog from the home as procedure.

A few tips for pet owners should be observed when emergency crews are called to a home: Confine pets to a safe area out of the way of the emergency so that the animal will not interfere with people or equipment that is unfamiliar to the animal. Be aware of common triggers of aggression which include a family member who is injured, in pain, ill, or the approach of strangers. The approach of a person in uniform or unusual attire, unexpected touching, unfamiliar settings, crowds, and loud noises are also common triggers of aggression for many animals. Your community animal care agency and humane society may offer references for professional help to deal with a pets training to reduce the risk of aggressive behavior with pets. This is especially important in the upcoming Holiday season when visitors come to the home.

Fulfill basic animal-care responsibilities. License your animal as required by law and provide regular veterinary care, including rabies vaccinations.

Adam District

Two Charged with Burglary of Oil Belt Little League

Occurred on 11/01/12, 9:33pm Burglary of a Building 4005 Cliff Crenshaw Street  1211010170

Police were called to the Oil Belt Little League at 4005 Crenshaw for a burglary in progress.  The caller reported two males breaking into the building.

Upon on the officer’s arrival, the two teenagers took off running.  Shortly thereafter, Officers were able to identify and detain two juveniles, aged 13 and 16 years old.  Both were booked at the Nueces County Juvenile Justice Center and charged with Burglary of a Building, Criminal Trespass, and Evading Arrest.

The damage to the building was estimated at $500.