The Corpus Christi Police Department responded to 893 calls for service and generated 257 reports for formal criminal complaints from 7:00 a.m. September 21 to 7:00 a.m. on September 22, 2015. These are samples of the criminal complaints filed by the Corpus Christi Police for that time period.

Date: 09/21/2015       10:15 PM
Location: 8100 Holly Road
Offense: Driving While Intoxicated
P.C. 49.04  Class B Misdemeanor
Case Number: 1509210209
Corpus Christi Police are investigating a crash involving an intoxicated driver in the 8100 block of Holly Road.

Officers arrived and the crash investigation revealed that a female was driving her 2015 Ford Taurus sedan east on Holly Road when she failed to stop at an intersection and drove into a parking lot striking a parked 2012 Jeep with two occupants inside. No one in the parked car was injured.

After an investigation, the driver of the Ford, Jessica Marie Razzo (08/19/1976), was found to be intoxicated. She was arrested for driving while intoxicated, a Class B misdemeanor.

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The Corpus Christi Police Department responded to 834 calls for service and generated 213 reports for formal criminal complaints from 7:00 a.m. September 20 to 7:00 a.m. on September 21, 2015. These are samples of the criminal complaints filed by the Corpus Christi Police for that time period.

Date: 09/20/2015       10:40 PM
Location: 5400 Leopard Street
Offense: Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle
P.C. 31.07     State Jail Felony
Case Number: 1509200170
The manager of a business called Corpus Christi Police after he was driving down Leopard Street and saw one of his company trucks pulling into the parking lot of a motel on Leopard Street.

Officers responded and found the suspect who had been driving the truck, Geary Luster (11/07/1963).   After some investigation, Officers determined that the suspect got inside a fenced in parking lot of a business located at 401 Navigation Boulevard.

Once inside, he burglarized another company truck. All the stolen equipment from that truck was put into a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado company truck that he then stole.

The suspect then drove the stolen truck through the chain link fence.  The suspect also lied to Officers about his name when asked.

The suspect was charged with burglary, unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, criminal mischief, and criminal trespass. He was additionally charged with giving a false name and having an outstanding parole violation warrant.

All of the stolen property was returned to the business manager.

Date: 09/20/2015       1:05 PM
Location: 6600 South Staples Street
Offense: Death Investigation
Case Number: 1509200088
Corpus Christi Police responded to an unconscious baby, not breathing, at an apartment located in the 6600 block of South Staples Street.

When Officers arrived they found a 23 month old female on a bedroom floor being treated by CCFD EMS. Inside the apartment, Officers spoke to two females who told them that they were in the process of adopting the child out of foster care.

They said that they put the child to bed and woke up to find her in her crib, not breathing.

The child was transported to Spohn South Hospital by CCFD EMS and pronounced dead.

At this time, Officers are still investigating this case.

Date: 09/20/2015       5:05 PM
Location: 3100 Reid Drive
Offense: Robbery
P.C. 29.02     Second Degree Felony
Case Number: 1509200127
A 41 year old man called Corpus Christi Police after he was assaulted and his groceries were stolen.

The victim told Officers that he left the HEB, located in the 3100 block of South Alameda Street, and was walking on Reid Street behind the store, when he was approached by a black male suspect.

The victim told Officers that he has seen the suspect in the area around the store before asking people for money.

The victim said that the man told him to give him the groceries he was carrying. When the victim refused, the suspect punched him in the head.

The victim was not seriously inured.

The value of the groceries was estimated to be $35.

Date: 09/21/2015       12:20 AM
Location: 100 Southern Street
Offense: Driving While Intoxicated
P.C. 49.04     Class A Misdemeanor
Case Number: 1509210009
A 45 year old man was unloading items from his vehicle when a passing car struck him and his truck in the 100 block of Southern Street.

A female was driving her 2015 Nissan Altima sedan on Southern Street when she veered off the roadway and struck the parked 2008 Chevrolet Silverado truck and its owner.

After the crash, the female driver, left her car at the scene, and walked away on foot.

Officers located the female, Jennifer Piwetz (10/05/1976), just down the street and took her into custody. She was not injured, but the man that was struck, did suffer a cut to his head and he was transported by CCFD EMS to Spohn Memorial Hospital.

After an investigation, it was determined that the female was intoxicated, and she was arrested.

Search the website Crimereports.com to research all reported criminal activity in Corpus Christi. Anyone who knows any additional information about these crimes should contact the Corpus Christi Police Department at 886-2840. Information about unsolved crimes may be provided to investigators anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or online at 888TIPS.com. Information provided to Crime Stoppers which results in an arrest may earn the caller a cash reward.

The Corpus Christi Police Department responded to 857 calls for service and generated 217 reports for formal criminal complaints from 7:00 a.m. September 15 to 7:00 a.m. on September 16, 2015. These are samples of the criminal complaints filed by the Corpus Christi Police for that time period.

Date: 09/15/2015       4:10 PM
Location: 900 Green Bay Street
Offense: Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle
P.C. 31.07     State Jail Felony
Case Number: 1508250051
A female who reported her trailer stolen back on August 25, saw it being pulled down Flour Bluff Drive by a truck and called Corpus Christi Police.  Officers were able to catch up to the 2009 Dodge Ram truck that was pulling the stolen trailer in the 900 block of Green Bay Street. The driver of the truck, Todd Janes (05/01/1968), was arrested for unauthorized use of a motor vehicle and he was additionally charged when it was determined that he had an outstanding warrant for his arrest for parole violation regarding a theft charge. The stolen trailer was released to its owner.

Date: 09/16/2015       1:30 AM
Location: 2200 Loritte Drive
Offense: Aggravated Assault
P.C. 22.02     First Degree Felony
Case Number: 1509160015
A 32 year old female had to run out of her home, located in the 2200 block of Loritte Drive, to escape her boyfriend who was armed with a box cutter and was cutting chunks of her hair off her head. The female ran into the street to escape the assault that had begun inside the home and she was able to call Corpus Christi Police. The female told Officers that the two had gotten into an argument and her boyfriend pulled a box cutter blade out and began grabbing her hair and cutting chucks out of it. The female was able to get out of the house, and run down the road. The male chased after her and caught her and began cutting her hair again. Officers arrived and arrested the boyfriend, Raul Rios (06/17/1969), for aggravated assault.  The female refused ant medical treatment and did not appear to be injured.

Search the website Crimereports.com to research all reported criminal activity in Corpus Christi. Anyone who knows any additional information about these crimes should contact the Corpus Christi Police Department at 886-2840. Information about unsolved crimes may be provided to investigators anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or online at 888TIPS.com. Information provided to Crime Stoppers which results in an arrest may earn the caller a cash reward.

The Corpus Christi Police Department wants the citizens of Corpus Christi to know that there are more helpful alternatives to those in need than just giving them cash on the street.

Please take a minute to watch the Public Service Announcement as this is the first of several PSA’s informing citizens of resources in our community.

The 2015 Patriot Run has been cancelled due to stormy weather. There will not be a make up run. The Corpus Christi Police Department thanks everyone for their support and understanding.

The Corpus Christi Police Department responded to 975 calls for service and generated 204 reports for formal criminal complaints from 7:00 a.m. September 10 to 7:00 a.m. on September 11, 2015. These are samples of the criminal complaints filed by the Corpus Christi Police for that time period.

Date: 09/11/2015       4:45 AM
Location: 5600 Ventura Lane
Offense: Arson
P.C. 28.02       Second Degree Felony
Case Number: 1509110030
Corpus Christi Police and the Fire Department responded to a home, located in the 5600 block of Ventura Lane, for two vehicles that were on fire in the driveway.

When Officers arrived they found a 2007 Nissan Maxima and a 2007 Chrysler 300 on fire just outside the garage.

Both vehicles were a total loss with damage estimates being $65,000. At this time, no suspects have been identified.

CCFD works to extinguish the fire

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This year marks the 14th anniversary of the events of September 11, 2001. In an effort to honor the brave First Responders who made great sacrifices on our behalf on that day, as well as honoring the late Police Chief Floyd Simpson we are announcing the 5th annual Patriot 5K Run & Walk. Registration for this event will be capped at 1500 participants. Registration is free courtesy of the Corpus Christi Police Foundation.

When:
Friday, September 11, 2015. Event opens to the public at 5:00 p.m.

Where: (New Location)
McCaughan Park across from McGee Beach, Corpus Christi, TX  78401

Packet Pickup:
Due to the large number of participants in this event, packet pickup will be held over a three-day period.  Here is the most current information on packet pickup.

Wednesday, September 9 (11am to 6pm):  Firehouse Subs, 6418 S. Staples, Suite 140, Corpus Christi, TX 78413.  Firehouse Subs is located in the Saratoga Town Center at the intersection of Saratoga and S. Staples.  Firehouse Subs is located in the same shopping center as the Kohls department store.

Thursday, September 10 (11am to 6pm):  HEB Plus, 5313 Saratoga Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78413.  HEB Plus is located on Saratoga between the Everhart and S. Staples.  HEB Plus is close to Niko’s Steakhouse.

Friday morning, September 11 (9am to 1pm):  Bay Area Bicycles, 6020 South Padre Island Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78412.  Bay Area Bicycles is located in the Gulfway Shopping Center.  Bay Area Bicycles is located at the intersection of Airline and SPID.

Race Day Packet Pickup will only be available from 4 pm. to 5:30 pm on Friday, September 11 at McCaughan Park.  Please try to attend Packet Pickup on Wednesday, Thursday or Friday morning.  You may send someone to Packet Pickup to obtain your packet.

Details:
This commemoration is sponsored by the Corpus Christi Police Foundation, a not-for-profit whose mission it is to create a safer Corpus Christi by strengthening the bond between the Corpus Christi Police Department and the citizens it serves.  In an effort to include and encourage as many people as possible who wish to participate in honoring our First Responders and the late Chief Floyd Simpson, there will be no entry fee for participation.  Participation is limited to the first 1500 participants who register.  In addition, all registered participant will receive a free commemorative t-shirt courtesy of the event sponsors.

Schedule:
6:00pm:  Opening ceremonies honoring First Responders and the late Chief Floyd Simpson
6:30pm:  5K Run & Walk
7:00pm:  Post event festivities including food, drink and music for registered participants
7:30pm:  Awards Ceremony – (Awards will not be mailed)

Music by the “The Rockaholics” after the awards ceremony. Several food trucks will be available at the park.

Location: (New Location)
McCaughan Park, 850 Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78401.  McCaughan Park (across from McGee Beach) is located on Shoreline Blvd down the street from the First United Methodist Church. McCaughan Park is located at the intersection of Furman and Shoreline Blvd along the bayfront.

Parking:
Free parking is available in the North parking lot between McCaughan Park and Sherrill Park. Additional free parking is available along the City streets in the area around the Sherrill Park. Paid parking may also be available at surrounding are lots that are privately owned.  The parking lot adjacent to McCaughan Park is reserved for Police and Fire emergency vehicles.

Events:
5K Run & Walk for Ages 4 and Up – Children 6 and under must have adult supervision with them on the course.  This is a family friendly event so families are encouraged to participate together.

Strollers are allowed on the course but should seed themselves at the back of the starting pack. For the safety of all participants, pets are not allowed on the event course.  Exceptions for service animals will be made on a case by case basis.  Please contact the Race Director if you will be participating with a certified service animal.

Race Director:  A.P. “Freddy” Ramirez, zerievents@gmail.com

Awards: (Overall Awards are Gun Time,  Age Group Awards are Chip Time)
5K – Overall Male / Female, Overall Master (40+) Male / Female, Overall Grand Master (60+) Male / Female plus 1st, 2nd, 3rd place Age Group awards

Age Groups: (New Age Group)
(4 to 6), (7 to 9), (10 to 12), (13 to 14), (15 to 19), (20 to 24), (25 to 29), (30 to 34), (35 to 39),(40 to 44), (45 to 49), (50 to 54), (55 to 59), (60 to 64), (65 to 69), (70+)

Fees:  FREE!

Shirts:
Participation in this event is limited so only the first 1500 registrants will receive a free event shirt courtesy of our event sponsors.  Shirts will be distributed at packet pickup.  Shirt sizes are not guaranteed and may not be exact, but we will do our very best to accommodate your requested size.

Shirt Sizes:
Youth – Medium, Large
Adult – Small, Medium, Large, X-Large, XX-Large

Race Day Registration:
There will be no registration available at the race site.  You must register online.  Online registration is now CLOSED.

Timing:
Pendgo Timing working with Athlete Guild will provide timing for the 5K Run & Walk.  Athlete Guild uses only state-of-the-art equipment.  You will be issued a race bib with a disposable timing chip attached during Packet Pickup. You will not be asked to stand in a long line at the event waiting for someone to give you a shoe chip. You will also not be chased down by someone trying to cut-off your chip after the event.  Athlete Guild is now working with Pendgo Timing in our local community.

Date:09/08/2015        Time: 1:33 PM

Location: 2600 Presa Street

Case Number: 1509080072

Corpus Christi Police responded to a call about two children left in a vehicle that was parked in the driveway of a home located in the 2600 block of Presa Street.

Before arriving Officers were informed that CPR was being administered to a 4 month old boy that was pulled out of the car, covered in sweat, and not breathing.  It is unknown at this time who was performing CPR on the child.

When Officers arrived, they determined that not only was the boy inside the car, but so was his 16 month old sister.  The little girl was checked by CCFD EMS but she did not appear to be injured.

The little boy was transported by CCFD EMS to Spohn Memorial Hospital in critical condition and died a short time later.

Detectives responded to the scene, and are trying to determine how long the children were inside the Ford Fusion that was parked in the driveway of the home.