On September 10, 2025, the Corpus Christi Police Department’s Narcotics Vice Investigations Division conducted a “Jane” sting in the areas of Port Ave/Ruth St, Agnes St/19th St, and the Leopard Corridor and San Diego Park.
Five women were taken into custody and interviewed by the Red Cord prior to being booked into CDC.
Maria Perez (42)- Prostitution w/3rd or more Convictions
Jessica Howlett (33)- Prostitution
Ann Sanchez (52)- Prostitution
Lourdes Ibarra (54)- Prostitution w/3rd or more Convictions
ADDITIONAL UPDATE: On September 15, 2025, Robbery Homicide detectives were able to secure a Murder warrant in reference to the Shoreline Blvd shooting.
Officers in the Violent Crimes Unit were able to take Nathan Iruegas (23) into custody without incidence at a residence in the 3700 block of Lamont St.
Iruegas was transported to the City Detention Center for booking.
On September 15, 2025, the shooting victim succumbed to his injuries. This is still an active investigation, and Detectives are following up on leads.
ORIGINAL: On September 14, 2025, at 3:10 am, Officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department were dispatched to the 700 block of N Shoreline Blvd in reference to a shooting.
When officers arrived, they located a male victim with a gunshot wound. Medics transported the male to a local hospital in critical condition.
CCPD’s Criminal Investigation Division, Violent Crimes Unit, and Gang Unit responded to the scene to investigate.
It was later determined that a disturbance occurred at the location and a weapon was then produced.
This is an active and ongoing investigation.
Anyone with information regarding this crime is encouraged to call the Criminal Investigation Division at (361) 826-2840. Callers wishing to remain anonymous can submit tips to Crime Stoppers at (361) 888-TIPS or 888-8477
On September 5, 2025, at approximately 9:45 am, Corpus Christi Police Bike Officers arrived at a residence in the 1600 block of Marguerite St. for an investigation, in reference to a business burglary that occurred earlier in the week On Shoreline Blvd.
Bike Officers received information that stolen E-Bikes were at the residence.
When bike officers arrived, they contacted several subjects in and around the residence. Bike officers observed an E-Bike in the living room of the residence.
Property Crime Detectives were called out to assist and a search warrant was obtained for the residence.
Officers were able to locate one of the stolen E-Bikes from the recent burglary. This property was confirmed through matching serials numbers and business logos.
Several individuals were interviewed at main station in reference to the stolen merchandise.
Jorge Garica (51) was ultimately arrested for Theft &750<$2500 (A).
Another individual who was also contacted, Rene Sanchez (51), was arrested for an outstanding Parole warrant. He was additionally charged with possession of a controlled substance PG1 and resisting arrest.
Both males were transported to the City Detention Center for booking.
During the City Council meeting on September 2, 2025, several individuals were repeatedly disruptive despite being asked to stop. Both the Mayor and law enforcement officers requested compliance to maintain order and allow the meeting to proceed. When those individuals failed to comply, the officers made the decision to proceed with arrests.
The disruptions included the use of profane language and behavior clearly intended to interrupt the meeting. While we strongly encourage the public’s right to voice their opinions and participation, it is important to uphold the integrity and order of public meetings so that all voices can be heard respectfully.
The Corpus Christi Police Department is committed to maintaining a safe environment for all community members.
Isabel Araiza (51)- Disorderly Conduct (Class C Misdemeanor)
Heather Shields (45)- Disrupt Meeting or Procession (Class B Misdemeanor) and Resist Arrest Search or Transport (Class A Misdemeanor)
Amanda Breland (34)- Hinder Proceedings by Disorderly Conduct (Class A Misdemeanor)
VIEWING: Friday, September 5, 2025, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Everyone must be registered and have a bidder number to enter the auction.
No purses or backpacks allowed in the auction area.
ABSOLUTELY no one under 18 allowed throughout the entire duration of the auction. This includes viewing day, before and after the auction and when picking up auction vehicles.
On August 27, 2025, at 5:39 pm, Officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department were dispatched to the 3900 block of Panama Dr in reference to a Drug Possession call.
Officers arrived along with assistance from Narcotics Vice Investigation Divisions (NVID). It was determined that the residents did have access to weapons. It was also confirmed that a 19-year-old female was inside of the location and had an active Warrant of Arrest.
Officers successfully called out the female, as well as an 18-year-old male, after a lengthy period of time.
Both the male and female were charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance PG2, Possession of a Controlled Substance PG3, and Possession of Marijuana. The female was additionally charged with a Warrant of Arrest.
On August 20, 2025, at 6:16 pm, Corpus Christi Police Officers were flagged down at the intersection of Ayers St. and Arlington Dr. in reference to a shooting.
Officers were told by an injured victim, a male exited a nearby store and shot at him. The male suspect then walked across Ayers St. As Officers were speaking to the victim, they could hear shots being fired from across the street.
Officers went across the street and observed a male carrying a handgun. Officers gave the male commands to which he complied. The male was taken into custody without incident.
Two victims were transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
During the investigation several victims and witnesses were contacted.
Officers were able to determine the male suspect was previously involved in a disturbance with someone, when he walked out of the store and began to fire his weapon recklessly.
Ernesto Mondragon Jr. (33YOA) was ultimately arrested and charged with 9 counts of Aggravated Assault w/ a Deadly Weapon. He was transported to the City Detention Center for booking.
On August 10, 2025, at approximately 1:34 am, VCU Officers observed a truck traveling at speeds near 100 mph west bound on HWY 358. The truck exited the highway and continued driving aggressively and recklessly, continuing to disregard the speed limit.
The truck was stopped and the driver taken into custody. The driver, Roy Blaker (21), was arrested for Reckless Driving. He was additionally charged with Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon.
Later that morning, Officers observed a vehicle disregard a stop sign at an intersection on Shoreline Blvd. and accelerated at a high-speed causing the tires to squeal, thus attracting attention to themselves.
The vehicle continued to drive aggressively down Shoreline Blvd. cutting in and out of traffic on the roadway.
The vehicle attempted to park and hide once they observed Officers behind them.
Officers were able to stop the vehicle and take the driver into custody.
The driver, Elijah Garcia (23), was arrested for Reckless Driving and Possession of a Controlled Substance. Two passengers in the vehicle were released.
The Violent Crime Units continues traffic enforcement.
On August 6, 2025, Officers observed Joe Davis (20) driving recklessly through the intersection of Ennis Joslin Rd. and SPID. Davis caught Officers’ attention as he raced through the intersection intentionally revving his engine excessively and completely disregarding the safety of other motorists on the roadway.
Davis was stopped and arrested. He was charged with reckless driving and additionally charged for unlawful carrying of a weapon when a gun was located on him.
JOE DAVIS
On August 6, 2025, Officers observed a vehicle traveling at almost 100 mph east bound in the 4400 block of HWY 358. The vehicle carelessly passed other motorists on the roadway.
The vehicle was stopped, and the driver was arrested for reckless driving. The driver, Justyn Cleland (19), was additionally charged with unlawful carrying of a weapon when a gun was located in the vehicle.
JUSTYN CLELAND
Later that evening on August 7, 2025, Officers observed a vehicle traveling at approximately 129 mph in the 4100 block of HWY 358 east bound. Well above the posted speed limit.
Officers stopped the vehicle and took the driver, Ramon Rendon (20) into custody for reckless driving. A passenger in the vehicle, John Anthony Cavazos (18) was also arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance.
RAMON RENDON
JOHN ANTHONY CAVAZOS
On August 8, Officers observed a motorcycle traveling well over 100 mph on HWY 358 e/b. The motorcycle was also observed splitting lanes several times.
Officers were able to stop the motorcycle and arrest the operator (AGAIN). Hannah Huffman (27) was arrested for reckless driving.
HANNAH HUFFMAN
On August 9, at approximately 12:47 am, Officers observed a white SUV traveling east bound in the 5500 block of HWY 358, at speeds of 100 mph.
The vehicle was observed carelessly changing lanes and did not slow down.
Officers were able to stop the SUV and take the driver into custody. The driver, Anthony Valdez (22), was arrested and charged with reckless driving.
ANTHONY VALDEZ
Later that evening Officers observed 2 vehicles racing each other in the 4700 block HWY 358 west bound. The two vehicles were traveling well over 100 mph, and it was obvious they were attempting to outperform one another, as they accelerated through traffic.
One vehicle exited the highway as the other accelerated west bound. Officers were able to stop the driver of the vehicle that exited and safely place him into custody.
The river, Jose Padron (24) was arrested and charged with Racing on a Highway.
JOSE PADRON
All vehicles involved were impounded.
These selfish individuals displayed a willful and wanton disregard for the safety of themselves and other motorists on the roadway.
UPDATE: Officers arrested 25-year-old Benjamin Lopez for Aggravated Assault w/ a deadly weapon, in connection to this shooting. Both parties were known to each other.
Lopez was transported to the City Detention center for booking.
The victims’ (32YOA) injuries were non-life threatening.
This is still an ongoing investigation.
ORIGINAL: On August 7, 2025, at 9:00 pm Corpus Christi Police Officers were dispatched to the 5400 block of South Padre Island Dr. (SPID) in reference to a shooting.
When officers arrived, they located and detained the suspect involved. Officers also began to administer aid to the male victim. The victim was transported to a local hospital.
Preliminary investigation shows an argument broke out between two males and one shot the other.
Officers are on scene continuing the investigation. There are no active threats.
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