Category Archives: Community Outreach

Community Outreach

Police Remember Luther Prather

Prather 8X10September 14, 1919 Corpus Christi Police Officer Luther B. Prather was called to duty when the Hurricane of 1919 made a direct hit on Corpus Christi.  He crossed the Rincon Channel to what is now North Beach a few times rescuing victims of the storm and guiding them to refuge at the Old Nueces County Courthouse.

Officer Prather even brought a few of the victims to his own home near Mesquite and Taylor Streets, where his wife stayed with them. The water rose very quickly in Corpus Christi Bay as the storm hit and while attempting to cross the Rincon Channel once more while escorting a small child and several adults, Prather was swept into the bay where all were drowned.

A true hero, Officer Prather was born in 1886 and had worked for the Department since approximately 1914. Please take a moment today to remember Officer Prater in your thoughts and prayers.

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Warrant Issued for Attempted Kidnapping

Corpus Christi Police Detectives have obtained a arrest warrant for the attempted kidnapping of a 9 year old girl on 2000 Hudson Street.

Police are looking for Arnulfo Rodriguez Santacruz (06-20-1991). He is 5 feet 11 inches tall weighing approximately 185 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes.

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Arnulfo was last seen driving a 2001 blue Dodge Stratus, license plate# BZB4208. The car has faded paint on the roof and is missing a Dodge decal on the drivers side door.

The warrant number is 16-FE-00312-JP1-1 and has a $100,000 bond.

If you know his whereabouts or have any additional information about this crime, call Family Violence Investigators at 361-886-2600, call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or submit the information online at http://www.888-TIPS.com. Information provided to Crime Stoppers is anonymous and if the information results in an arrest it could earn you a cash reward.

Community Outreach

Police Locate 2 passengers that fled the Single Vehicle Fatal Crash on the Crosstown Expressway, Still looking for the driver.

Corpus Christi Police Department hit an run investigators have contacted 2 of the 3 males that fled the crash scene Saturday Night. The passengers  were cooperative in providing statements about the crash and events leading up to it.

The male passengers fled on foot for fear of being charged with the crash and did admit to being under the influence as well.  One of the males, Bruce Garcia (12-18-1993), had an active  warrant and was arrested.   The males did express remorse for the victims of the crash and stated they did not know the nature of injuries when they fled. Investigators are no longer seeking their whereabouts and are focusing on locating the driver, Michael Ramon.

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Police need your help in locating Michael Andrew Ramon (03-08-1988). If you know his whereabouts or have any additional information about this crime, call Traffic Investigators at 361-886-2600, call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or submit the information online at http://www.888-TIPS.com. Information provided to Crime Stoppers is anonymous and if the information results in an arrest it could earn you a cash reward.

Bravo District, Community Outreach, Criminal Intelligence Unit

Stranger Danger on Waldron Road Video Of Possible Suspect Vehicle

Date:  Friday  September 09, 2016   3:39 p.m.
Location: 2300 Waldron Road
Stranger Danger
Case Number: 1609090140

On Friday September 9, 2016 a nine year old female student reported that a man that she did not know offered her candy.  She reported that this occurred in a school zone on Waldron Road at about 3:39 p.m.   She reported that this man appeared to be a Hispanic male in his 20’s and was the passenger in a red pick up truck.  Presented below is a video clip that might depict the truck in question.

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If you have any information about this incident, please call 886-2840 and reference CCPD Case Number 1609090140 or call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS.  You may also submit the information online at http://www.888-TIPS.com. Information provided to Crime Stoppers is anonymous and if the information results in an arrest it could earn you a cash reward.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Community Outreach

West Nile Mosquito Positive Trap Test 5800 Block of Woodhaven Drive

The Corpus Christi Animal Control and Vector Services received a confirmation of West Nile virus in a mosquito located in the 5800 block of Woodhaven Dr. from traps that were submitted September 7, 2016. A total of one detection.

Vector Services has implemented the Mosquito Management Response Plan to this detection. The response entails the following:

  1. The spraying of a 1/2 mile radius around the area of the detection for three   consecutive nights beginning tonight, weather permitting.
  2. Police Directed Patrol Officers and Neighborhood Services personnel will be attempting to locate any standing water in the affected neighborhood including examining abandoned properties.
  3. Vector Services will conduct continuing surveillance of mosquito traps in the immediate area for signs of the Culex species of mosquito responsible for West Nile virus.

The need to spray a larger area is not necessary based on the entomology of the Culex species mosquito and the normal travel distance of this mosquito. Vector Control will be conducting the aerial spray in the evening, and at dusk, since that is the time the Culex is most active. Residents are reminded to check their property for standing water and to avoid, if possible, outdoor activities at dusk and dawn, wear long sleeve shirts and long pants. Use appropriate mosquito repellent with DEET for themselves and their children. Please call 361-826-2489 if you wish to report abandoned property or high grass or standing water.

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Bravo District, Community Outreach

Crisis Intervention on the JFK Bridge

Date: Saturday, September 10, 2016  09:55 p.m.
Location: JFK Causeway Bridge, 13300 S.Padre Island Drive
Crisis Intervention
Case Number: 1609100152

CCPD Officers including Officer Daniella Ortiz and Officer Brandon Cordell made contact with a distraught and suicidal 20 year old male on the JFK Causeway bridge on Saturday night at about 10 p.m. They were able to communicate with him for several minutes until additional officers arrived and the young man was secured and pulled back over the rail and onto the surface of the bridge.  He was not injured and he was transported to a local hospital for psychiatric evaluation and treatment.

 

There are services available to people who find themselves depressed and considering suicide.  A good source of information and services can be found at the Behavioral Health Center of Nueces County website at http://bhcnc.net

The phone number for the Psychiatric Crisis Hotline is 1-888-767-4493.

 

 

 

Community Outreach, Criminal Investigations Division

Last Suspect In Shooters Depot Murder Surrenders To Police

Date: Saturday, September 10, 2016, 21:08
Location: 321 John Sartain Street
Offense: Warrant of Arrest (Code of Criminal Procedure Section 15.01)
Case Number: 1609010150

The final suspect in the Shooters Depot Murder Surrendered to Corpus Christi Police at Police Headquarters Saturday night.

Twenty two year old Darien Marshall (1/31/1994) went to Corpus Christi Police Headquarters at 9:08pm Saturday night and surrendered to Corpus Christi Police. Officers verified his identity, confirmed Marshall had an active warrant, and then delivered Marshall to the city detention center.

Corpus Christi Police Officers responded to a robbery call at the Shooters Depot gun shop at about 9pm on September 1, 2016.  Officers found a 63-year-old man and 38-year-old man were both seriously injured by what appeared to be gunshots.  The 63-year-old man died short time later after he was transported to the hospital.  The 38-year-old man was in serious condition at a local hospital.  Detectives believe that the incident started as a robbery of the business sometime between 8 p.m. and 9 p.m.

A vehicle that belonged to one of the victims was found loaded with weapons a short time after the incident at the 900 block of Corn Products road.

Police identified four individuals as suspects in the murder and obtained warrants for the arrest of Truanser Hughes (04-19-97),  Filamir Gomez Jr (6/11/96), Jeremiah Jenkins (2/13/88), and Darien Marshall (1/31/94). Bonds were set at $1,000,000 for each suspect. All four individuals are now in custody.

Community Outreach, Criminal Investigations Division

Police Detail Jenkins Arrest Related to Shooters Depot Murder

Date: Friday, September 9, 2016, 15:50
Location: 410 Peoples Street
Offense: Warrant of Arrest (Code of Criminal Procedure Section 15.01)
Case Number: 1609010150

Twenty eight year old Jeremiah Jenkins (2/13/1988), who was a fugitive with a warrant for his arrest related to the Shooters Depot Murder, surrendered to authorities Friday afternoon.

The Corpus Christi Police Detective assigned to the capital murder case was notified by an attorney’s office that Jenkins was present at the attorney’s office and was ready to peacefully surrender to authorities. The Detective notified the U.S. Marshal’s Fugitives and Violent Offenders Task Force and the task force picked up Jenkins, verified his identity, then delivered Jenkins to the city detention center.

Corpus Christi Police Officers responded to a robbery call at the Shooters Depot gun shop at about 9pm on September 1, 2016.  Officers found a 63-year-old man and 38-year-old man were both seriously injured by what appeared to be gunshots.  The 63-year-old man died short time later after he was transported to the hospital.  The 38-year-old man was in serious condition at a local hospital.  Detectives believe that the incident started as a robbery of the business sometime between 8 p.m. and 9 p.m.

A vehicle that belonged to one of the victims was found loaded with weapons a short time after the incident at the 900 block of Corn Products road.

Jenkins is the third arrest related to this event preceded by 19-year-old Truanser Hughes and 20-year-old Filamir Gomez. Police continue to search for a fourth suspect in this case and have a warrant for the arrest of 22-year-old Darien Marshall (1/31/1994).

Anyone with any information to locate Darien Marshall should call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or submit the information online at http://www.888TIPS.com. Information provided to Crime Stoppers is completely anonymous and if the information leads to an arrest, it could earn you up to $2,500 in cash.

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Community Outreach

Police Remember Sgt. J.D. Bock

The Corpus Christi Police Department remembers Sergeant Joseph Daniel Bock who was killed in the line of duty September 9, 1987. Officer Danny Bock initiated a traffic stop for speeding. Unknown to Officer Bock, the suspect had just been involved in a burglary. The violator refused to yield and Officer Bock pursued the vehicle for 10 miles until the violator vehicle crashed on Staples Street near the Botanical Gardens.

Officer Bock confronted the suspect and a struggle ensued. The suspect took Officer Bock’s service revolver and shot officer Bock twice. Officer Bock was 40 years of age, served with the Corpus Christi Police Department for 13 years, and was survived by his wife and two daughters.

A city park was named in memorial to Sergeant Bock and it is located at 7327 Canadian Drive, 78414.

Community Outreach

Police Warn Public of Dangers of Image Sharing Phone Applications

The Corpus Christi Police Department would like to warn parents of the dangers of image sharing phone applications which may expose their children.

Several people in the community have notified the Corpus Christi Police Department of online solicitation of minors through a variety of image sharing applications on cell phones. Parents should be aware that any communications app has the opportunity for predators and parents should teach their children awareness and protective actions if the kids are allowed to participate in any communications app.

An example of online solicitation was made available to the Corpus Christi Police Department via an application called musical.ly in which children share lip synching videos of their songs. Police want parents to be aware that the opportunity exists for predators on any application that offers broad two-way public communication.

 

An example of online solicitation
An example of online solicitation
Example of online solicitation
Example of online solicitation

The Texas Department of State Health Services offers general recommendations for internet safety:

  • “Create and set clear rules for the child and enforce the rules.
  • IMMEDIATELY CONTACT law enforcement if the child reports inappropriate language, inappropriate material, being solicited, threatened, stalked, or a person requests to meet the child in person.
  • ENSURE that the child does not give out any personal information about themselves or the adult such as their name, home address, birthday, age, sex, phone number, sports team, favorite places to play, school name, school address, teacher’s name, parent’s name, telephone number, friend’s screen name, email address, screen name, password, email address, or even feelings. Sex offenders often target children who are vulnerable, lonely, sad, and have low self-esteem. Children crave attention and affection but lack caution and self-preservation skills. Protecting personal information is vital to protecting a child from becoming victimized.” from the Online Solicitation of Children – Council on Sex Offender Treatment, A Report Regarding the Use of the Internet to Facilitate the Commission of Sex Crimes Including Recommendations for Ensuring Child Safety September 1, 2006 Page 15 & 16 Prepared for the Texas Legislature and the Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division Pursuant to Section 8, Senate Bill 912, 79th Regular Session, 2005.

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