Category Archives: Community Outreach

SUSPECT IDENTIFIED IN AGGRAVATED ASSAULT ON A PEACE OFFICER

UPDATE

The Criminal Investigations Division have identified 34-year-old Juliano Carrillo as the suspect who fired upon Corpus Christi Police Officers attempting to serve an arrest warrant on him.  The incident happened on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at 10:12 pm on the 4700 block of Lansdown Drive.  The Criminal Investigations Division is pursuing additional charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.  Carrillo is still outstanding at this time.  

This is an active and ongoing investigation. If you have any information in reference to this incident, please call detectives at 361-886-2840. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 361-888-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T= If the information you provide leads to an arrest, you could earn a cash reward. 

Juliano Carrillo

UPDATE: AGGRAVATED ASSAULT ON A PEACE OFFICER AT THE 4700 BLOCK OF LANSDOWN DRIVE: SUSPECT IDENTIFIED

On Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at 10:12pm, Corpus Christi Police Officers were attempting to serve a warrant on an adult male for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon at a residence on the 4700 block of Lansdown Drive. 

As officers were standing at the door, a single shot was fired from inside the residence towards the officers. One officer sustained minor injuries and was treated on scene by CCFD Medics. Officers at the scene immediately called for more assistance, and created distance from the residence until more officers and resources could arrive. 

Juliano Carrillo



As more officers arrived, officers created a perimeter and utilized drones. Officers with the Hostage Negotiation Team attempted to call out the male who they were attempting to serve the warrant.  After those attempts were unsuccessful, SWAT Operators utilized indoor drones and robots to clear the residence. After a thorough search, the male was not located inside the residence. A continued officer presence will be maintained at the residence as officers secure and serve a search warrant. 


Corpus Christi Police Officers did not return fire.

The Criminal Investigations Division is investigating and have identified the suspect as 34-year-old Juliano Carrillo, date of birth 04/01/1990.  The Criminal Investigations Division is pursuing aggravated assault on a peace officer charges on Carrillo. At this time, this is an isolated incident, and we do not believe there to be a threat to public safety. Carrillo is still outstanding on the original warrant of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Carillo is described as a Hispanic male, stands at 5’6″, weighs approximately 200 pounds, has black hair and brown eyes.

As per CCPD policy, the officer has been placed on administrative leave during this investigation. 

This is an active and ongoing investigation.  If you have any information in reference to this incident, please call detectives at 361-886-2840.  If you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 361-888-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T= If the information you provide leads to an arrest, you could earn a cash reward. 

UPDATE IN SEARCH FOR BURGLARY SUSPECT

Detectives from the Corpus Christi Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division, along with Officers from the Crime Reduction Unit, have intensified their efforts to identify the suspect responsible for the recent burglaries at the Caspian Apartments, located at 5901 Weber Road.

Over the past several weeks, detectives and officers have been actively engaging with residents, going door-to-door to discuss safety precautions such as locking doors, staying vigilant, and being aware of their surroundings. They have distributed flyers featuring a police sketch and physical description of the suspect. Additionally, they have collaborated with the apartment management team—who have been highly cooperative—to explore ways to enhance security within the complex. As part of these efforts, management granted officers access to search vacant apartments to ensure no one was trespassing.

Meanwhile, patrol officers and the Violent Crimes Unit continue to maintain a strong presence in the area, frequently patrolling the complex to deter criminal activity and ensure residents’ safety.

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CCPD needs your help to identify and apprehend this dangerous felony offender. The suspect is described as a dark-complected Hispanic or Black male in his mid-30s (possibly older but looks younger), approximately 5’8″-5’11” with a medium build and deep voice.

The individual depicted in this police sketch is suspected of several recent early morning residential burglaries at the Caspian Apartments. During two of these burglaries, the suspect either attempted or committed sexual assault.

If you recognize this individual, please call Detectives at 361-886-2840. Individuals wishing to remain anonymous may contact Crime Stoppers at 361-886-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=

ARREST MADE IN RECENT BURGLARIES

On Friday, February 7, 2025, at around 10:10pm, CCPD officers with the Violent Crimes Unit were searching for a wanted subject involved in two recent burglaries that occurred at the 2700 block of S. Port and the 3500 block of Baldwin Blvd on January 29, 2025. 

CCPD Detectives obtained two warrants for burglary to a building, each with a $30,000 bond, for 19-year-old Isaiah Saldana. VCU officers located Saldana and took him into custody at the 2600 block of Sarita Street. He was transported to the City Detention Center for booking. 

This is still an ongoing investigation. If anyone has information about these burglaries, they are encouraged to contact Detectives at 361-886-2840. If anyone wishes to remain anonymous, they may contact Crime Stoppers at 361-888-TIPS.

Isaiah Saldana

Assault at 900 S. Tancahua St. Leaves a man in Critical Condition.

On February 18, 2025, at 3:45 p.m., Corpus Christi Police Officers were dispatched to the 900 block of South Tancahua Street in response to an assault. Upon arrival, officers observed Corpus Christi Fire Department (CCFD) medics administering first aid to the male victim, who was approximately thirty-five years of age. The medics rushed the victim to a local hospital, where he was listed in critical condition.

Preliminary information indicates that a male victim and a female were involved in a disturbance. The female departed the scene but subsequently returned to confront the victim. The female suspect departed the scene for a second time and returned with a male suspect. The male victim and the male suspect engaged in a disturbance that escalated into an assault. The suspects fled the scene in an unknown direction. The victim attempted to walk away but subsequently fell to the ground.

At this juncture, no arrests have been made. Detectives are currently reviewing surveillance footage in an effort to identify the suspects, ascertain the sequence of events leading up to the assault, and determine whether any weapons were utilized.

There is no apparent danger to the public at this time. This is an ongoing investigation. If you have any information, please contact the detectives at 361-886-2840. Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 361-888-TIPS (8477).

MISSING PERSON

Corpus Christi Police Detectives would like help from the public to locate a missing person. 

Matthew Salas was reported missing by family members On February 9, 2025. Matthew was last seen on or about February 6, 2025, around the Oso Turnaround, where he is known to hang out.  

Matthew is described as a 40-year-old Hispanic male who stands 5’6” tall, weighs approximately 160lbs, has black hair and brown eyes. He has a cross tattoo on his right forearm and an “Ethan” tattoo on his chest. 

If you have any information that may assist Detectives or know the whereabouts of Matthew, please call CCPD at 361-886-2840 or 361-886-2600. 

FATALITY ACCIDENT AT EVERHART/CEDAR PASS

On Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at 3:31pm, officers were dispatched to the area of Everhart and Cedar Pass reference to a major traffic crash with injuries. 

Officers arrived and located a four-vehicle crash. The at-fault male driver (40-years-old) of the crash was deceased on scene.  

Investigators with the Traffic Unit arrived to conduct their investigation. They found that for unknown reasons, the driver of a green SUV was traveling northbound in the southbound lanes of travel at the 7200 block of Everhart. The green SUV struck a black pickup that was traveling south in the right lane. The green SUV then struck a blue SUV, which was also traveling southbound. This impact caused both the green SUV and the blue SUV to strike a maroon SUV that was also traveling southbound.  

Medics transported three children from inside of the green SUV and four children from inside of the blue SUV to a local hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. The adult female driver of the maroon SUV was transported to a local hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. The adult female driver of the blue SUV and the adult male driver of the black pickup were not injured. 

The roadway was shut down for approximately three hours while traffic investigators investigated the crash. 

UPDATE IN TODDLER INJURED CASE

UPDATE 5:15pm
The arrested male has been identified as 21-year-old Enrique Lopez. He has been arrested for Injury to a Child Causes Serious Bodily Injury (1st Degree Felony), an outstanding warrant for Violation of Certain Court Order (bond $2,500), and for Violation of Certain Court Order (Class A Misdemeanor) due to violations of a current court order. He was booked into the City Detention Center.

The 3-year-old male victim passed away from his injuries this afternoon.

There is an age correction for the other child involved – the male is 2 years old.

This is an active and ongoing investigation. If anyone has information about this incident, they are encouraged to contact Detectives at 361-886-2840. If anyone wishes to remain anonymous, they may contact Crime Stoppers at 361-888-TIPS. 

Enrique Lopez

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On Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at 10:50am, officers were dispatched to the 6400 block of S. Staples St. in reference to a cardiac call. Call notes advised a 3-year-old male was not breathing. 

Officers arrived and observed medics providing life-saving aid to the child. They transported the child to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. 

Detectives with the Child Crimes Unit arrived and are currently investigating the incident. Preliminary information is the victim was with a 21-year-old male at the residence. The child became unresponsive, and the male called 911. The male, who’s identity will be released later today, has been arrested for an outstanding, unrelated warrant. Due to injuries found on the victim, he was also arrested for Injury to a Child Causes Serious Bodily Injury. The male will be transported to the City Detention Center for booking. 

A 1-year-old male was also transported to a local hospital for precautionary reasons. At this time, the 1-year-old male child is uninjured. 

This is an active and ongoing investigation. When we have more information to release, we will do so on our blotter page. If anyone has information about this incident, they are encouraged to contact Detectives at 361-886-2840. If anyone wishes to remain anonymous, they may contact Crime Stoppers at 361-888-TIPS. 

CAR THIEF ARRESTED

On February 11, 2025, at about 9:58 am officers were dispatched to the 2200 block of Baldwin Ct in reference to a stolen vehicle. The victim stated her vehicle had just been stolen and her two toddlers were in the back seat.

Officers arrived at the location to contact the victim and get a description of the stolen vehicle. While officers began to search the area for the stolen grey sedan, another call came into dispatch involving two children that were found on a sidewalk.

Officers arrived near the intersection of Mary St. and Bluntzer St. and located two toddlers in car seats. Both were the toddlers from the stolen vehicle. Both were unharmed and shortly reunited with family.

As officers continued searching for the stolen vehicle, they located it traveling on S. Port Ave. Officers attempted a traffic stop of the vehicle, but it fled at a high rate of speed. Officers were able to contain the vehicle in a neighborhood off Baldwin Blvd.

Officers then located the vehicle near Baldwin Blvd. and Shawnee St. They were able to take the offender into custody without further incident.

17-year-old Xyrenthian Maxwell was arrested and charged with unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, abandon/endangering a child, evading arrest w/ a vehicle, and possession of marijuana.

He was transported to the city detention center.