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Community Outreach

Chief Simpson Swears in Two Newest Reserve Officers

Chief Simpson and Reserve Officers Chris Hernandez and Richard Hinojosa
Chief Simpson and Reserve Officers Chris Hernandez and Richard Hinojosa

Two new Police Reserves were sworn in by Corpus Christi Police Chief Floyd Simpson as family, friends, and Officers looked on.  Chief Simpson administered the Oath of Office to Chris Hernandez and Richard Hinojosa and welcomed them to the Corpus Christi Police Department’s family.

Both men have prior law enforcement  as Reserve Officer Hernandez was employed as a Trooper with the Texas Department of Public Safety and Reserve Officer Hinojosa is currently employed by Nueces County Sheriff’s Department.   The swearing-in ceremony has been uploaded to the Police Department’s You Tube account at http://youtu.be/QMi1IAnYInA.

Reserve Police Officers are state licensed law enforcement officers who serve at the discretion of the Chief of Police. They are empowered with the same authority as our full-time officers. Members of the Corpus Christi Police Reserves Organization assist the regular sworn officers of the department in the enforcement of laws and maintenance of the peace. Reserve Officers are also called upon to assist at special events or during emergencies. Reserve officers volunteer their time without financial compensation. Uniforms and equipment are provided by the department.

If you would like additional information on our Reserve Program visit the Police Department’s website at www.ccpolice.com and select Join Our Team.  You can also contact Lt. William C. Abbott, Gang Unit Supervisor and Police Reserve Coordinator at  361-673-4411.

Community Outreach

Police Athletic League Receives Donation From Dove Hunt

Senior Officer David Morris stands with Chief Floyd Simpson and accepted a check to support the Corpus Christi Police Athletic League.
Senior Officer David Morris stands with Chief Floyd Simpson and accepted a check to support the Corpus Christi Police Athletic League.

The Corpus Christi Chief of Police, Floyd Simpson, accepted a check at Police Headquarters on October 17 for $101,808 dollars on behalf of the Corpus Christi Police Athletic League. The money was raised at the third Annual Dove Hunt on October 5 at the Lonesome Dove Ranch. This event was organized by Valero and supported by many sponsors. Mrs. Berry generously provided access to the Lonesome Dove Ranch for a day of hunting, skeet shooting, and other activities. This one charity alone is the entire operating budget for the year for the Police Athletic League.

The Corpus Christi Police Athletic League offers recreational and athletic activities for at-risk youth in the community. The Police Athletic League began in Corpus Christi 10 years ago with 250 children and has now grown to 2,500 – 2,700 children ages 3-18 who are enrolled in the Corpus Christi Police Athletic League today.

The Police Athletic League is operated by volunteers, coaches, and support from community partners to provide positive role models and a family friendly environment for kids to participate in tee ball, basketball, baseball, volleyball, martial arts, softball all in a safe, fun, and encouraging atmosphere. Beyond the sports part, kids are learning life skills that will benefit them for years to come.

The Police Athletic League is always looking for volunteers and donations to the program. No child is turned away from CCPAL because of their income status. The Police Athletic League is 100% funded by contributions from companies, individuals, and foundations. The City of Corpus Christi and Police Department have been very good to the program providing land for baseball fields and police volunteers, but don’t receive any funds from the Police Department. The Police Athletic League relies on the public to support the Corpus Christi Police Athletic League.

The Corpus Christi Police Athletic League would like to build a new boxing gym and support current programs with the money raised from the hunt.

Community Outreach

CCPD To Host Second Annual Retiree Picnic

The Corpus Christi Police Department will be hosting its Second Annual CCPD Picnic in honor of Retirees and employees of the Police Department on October  19, 2013, West Guth Park, beginning at  3pm.  If you are a retiree or police employee, bring your kids, grandkids, ice chest, blanket, and chairs.

We will be serving hamburgers and hot dogs, chips, and drinks.  A Bouncy House for the Kids and lots more!

Remember to bring your old photos,  stories, or memorabilia to share.  Great fun for the whole family!

Retiree’s and Officers, please R.S.V.P. with Amy Breedlove at 361-886-2615 or via e-mail at Amybr@cctexas.com.

Community Outreach, Criminal Investigations Division, Delta District, Patrol Division

Earn Extra Cash by Calling Crime Stoppers

Date: August 12, 2013, 10:22pm
Location: 1050 Nueces Bay Boulevard http://goo.gl/maps/BrEuN
Event: Burglary of a Vehicle
Case Number:  1308120172

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Corpus Christi Auto Theft Task Force Detectives are asking the public’s assistance to help identify the suspect responsible for burglarizing the victim’s vehicle while she paid for gas at a local convenience store.

The suspect is described as a Hispanic male, 25 to 30 years of age, 5’9″ to 6″ feet tall, 160 to 180 lbs.  He was last seen wearing a white muscle tee-shirt and leaving in an older model two-toned extended cab pick up truck.

Anyone with any information on this crime is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or submit a tip online at www.888TIPS.com.  Tipsters will earn a cash reward if the suspect is identified and arrested.

Charlie District, Community Outreach, Delta District, Patrol Division

Afternoon Patrol Report for October 14, 2013

Charlie District

Date:  October 13, 2013, 6:36pm
Location:  4214 Ayers Street http://goo.gl/maps/cBkyS
Event:  Robbery
Case Number:  1310130121

Police were called to “La Michoacana Market” on Ayers for a possible robbery.  Upon their arrival, Officers were told a man and a woman was seen shoplifting some meat.  When the employees confronted the couple, the man punched an employee in the eye.

The couple was able to escape, but the employees were able to recover the stolen meat.  The female

The man is described as a Hispanic male, 25 to 35 years of age, standing 5’5” to 5’8” feet tall and weighing 140 to 170 lbs.

The female is described as a Hispanic woman, 20 to 30 years of age, standing 5’1” to 5’4” feet tall, and weighing 130 to 160 lbs.

Anyone with any information on this robbery is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or submit a tip online at www.888TIPS.com.   Tipsters will earn a cash reward if the suspects are identified and arrested.

Delta District

Date:  October 13, 2013, 11:15pm
Location:  Hewitt Drive http://goo.gl/maps/M1P4L
Event:  Robbery
Case Number:  1310130158

Police were called to a residence on Hewitt Drive for a man knocking on doors asking for help.  Police contacted a 19-year-old man who told them he’d been assaulted in the alleyway behind one of the homes.  The young man had arranged to meet a couple of individuals he’d met while at the beach and buy some drugs from them. 

The victim met with the men and was robbed at gunpoint.  He was struck in the face with a firearm and sustained an injury to his face, head, and knees.  He was taken to Spohn Memorial for medical treatment. 

The suspects are described as only 19 to 21 years of age and standing 5’7” to 5’9” feet tall with one of the men being of Hispanic ethnicity.  They fled in a small gold four-door sedan, taking an undetermined amount of money.

Anyone with any information on this crime is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or submit a tip online at www.888TIPS.com.   Tipsters will earn a cash reward if the suspects are identified and arrested.

Date:  October 12, 2013, 09:47    
Location:  1724 N. Tancahua Street http://goo.gl/maps/83FNV
Event:  Evading Arrest   
Case Number:  1310120135JoshuaPaez
An Officer observed a disturbance at Brewster’s in which a motorcyclist was trying to start trouble with an employee.  As the Officer attempted to speak with the motorcyclist, he jumped on his motorcycle and fled.  A B.O.L.O. (Be On the Look Out) of the suspect was issued and Officers working the downtown area pulled over the suspect at People’s and Shoreline.

Joshua Peaz (05/01/88) was arrested and charged with Evading Arrest with a Vehicle and an outstanding warrant out of Bexar County for Larceny.  There was No Bond on the warrant.

Bravo District, Community Outreach, Patrol Division

Patrol Report, October 14, 2013

“Bravo” District

Date: Sunday, October 13, 2013, 21:12

Location: Park Road 22 and Sea Pines http://goo.gl/maps/CbRic

Offense: Racing on Highway, (TC545.420) B misdemeanor

Case Number: 1310130156

Officers J. Swain and J. McGinley observed two Chevy Camaros  and a Ford Mustang that were preparing to race. Both units set up and waited. The Camaros began to race, and the Mustang joined the competition. All three vehicles were stopped. The drivers were Cesar Campos 09/02/1986, Raymond Burciagia 08/08/1993, and Austin Garrett 12/17/1993.  All three were arrested for racing.

Adam District, Community Outreach, Patrol Division

Two Arrested in Overnight Shooting

Date:  October 12, 2013, 1:14am
Location:  3901 S. Port Avenue http://goo.gl/maps/HzBnU 
Event:  Aggravated Assault
Case Number:  1310130013

Corpus Christi Police were called to the Tejano Knight’s Club for a shooting.  Upon their arrival, Officers found a 35-year-old man had been assaulted and shot in the abdomen.  The man was rushed to Spohn Memorial where he was admitted in Critical Condition.

Further Investigation revealed the victim was trying to break up a fight inside the bar when he was struck on the head with a bottle by Andrea Lynn Trevino (10/14/88).  The disturbance continued onto the parking lot where the victim was shot by Oscar Garcia (12/10/69) who was accompanying Trevino.

Both Trevino and Garcia fled prior to Officers arrival.  Officers quickly had Police Dispatchers B.O.L.O. (Be On the Look Out) the suspect information.  Nueces County Sheriff’s Officers located the suspects as they traveled on County Road 43 and Farm to Market 1694. 

Witnesses positively identified Trevino and Garcia and they were both taken to the Police Department for questioning.  Trevino and Garcia were arrested and booked at the City Detention Center.  They were both charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon.

Community Outreach, Delta District, Narcotics/Vice Division

“Knock and Talk” Leads to Arrest

Date:  October 11, 2013, 3:05pm
Location:  617 Bermuda Place http://goo.gl/maps/aYC0T
Event:  Wanted Subjects
Case Number:  1310110108, 1310110119

William Davis
Daniel Hamilton Smalley

As a result of citizen complaints of possible drug dealing, Narcotics Vice Investigation Division Officers along with the assistance of Officers from Charlie District conducted a “knock and talk” at 617 Bermuda Place. 

Officers contacted William Davis (07/13/78) who was residing at the residence and Daniel Hamilton Smalley (03/04/72) who was visiting.  Mr. Davis provided a consent to search the residence.  Officers found no evidence of drug dealing in the residence, but did find evidence of marijuana being smoked inside the residence.

Both men were found to be wanted and arrested.  Davis was charged with an outstanding Nueces County warrant for Assault #1310110108.  Smalley was charged with an outstanding Nueces County warrant for Theft.  His bond was set at $35,000.  He was additionally charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance when several pills were found.  Both men were booked at the City Detention Center. Continue reading “Knock and Talk” Leads to Arrest →

Community Outreach, Delta District, Narcotics/Vice Division

Cash, Car, and Firearm seized during search

Date:  October 11, 2013, 6:50am
Location:  4515 Up River Road
Event:  Search Warrant
Case Number:  1310110030

RichardReyEscobedoNarcotics Vice Investigation Division Officers served a search warrant at 4515 Up River Rd.  The warrant is the result of an on-going investigation which confirmed that offender Richard Rey Escobedo (01/06/89) was dealing drugs out of the residence.

  A search of the home netted a seizure of a significant amount of illicit narcotics, $23,160 in U.S. currency, a 2007 Chevy Tahoe and a firearm.  

The total value street of the drugs seized was $17,268 and are broken down as follows: 

  • 93.5 grams of Methamphetamine/ICE valued at $5328
  • 9 grams of Heroin valued at $450
  • 226 grams of Cocaine powder valued at $7200
  • 32 grams of Crack valued at $1600
  • 25 grams of Hydro-Marijuana valued at $1250
  • 240 grams Synthetic Marijuana valued at $1440      

The total value of the drugs seized was $17,268.

Community Outreach

‘Roar by the Shore’ Parade to be held Saturday Night

The Corpus Christi Police Department welcomes Bikefest ‘Roar by the Shore’ to Corpus Christi for its 20th Anniversary.  On Saturday, October 12, 2013,  at 5:00pm, Bikefest 2013 will be holding a parade beginning at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and ending just North of the Concrete Street Amphitheater.  Traffic Officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department will be providing traffic control throughout the motorcycle route.  Beginning at 4:30pm, the Parade route will close to traffic until it ends at 7:30pm.

Motorcycle riders will gather on Shoreline Drive around the Texas A&M University and proceed northbound on Ocean Drive and Shoreline Boulevard to Power Street.  At Power Street, riders will take a left onto Chaparral Street and head southbound to Belden Street where they will ride on, taking a right onto Tancahua Street.  The riders will continue to several designated parking lots north of the Concrete Street Amphitheater.

Street closures will include Ocean Drive, Shoreline Boulevard, Power, Chaparral, Belden and Tancahua Streets.

Motorists are asked to take alternate routes to avoid this area. The downtown area of Corpus Christi is expected to have congested traffic.  Delays are to be expected. Please be patient and courteous.