Date: October 11, 2013, 14:13 hours Location: 4101 Agnes Street http://goo.gl/maps/W40ML Event: Theft Case: 1310110101
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Corpus Christi Property Crimes Detectives are asking the public’s assistance to help identify the suspect involved in the theft of a bank enveloped filled with an undetermined amount of cash. The monies were to be used to take the victim’s four-old son to the San Antonio Zoo for his birthday.
The victim can been seen paying for his purchases and leave his bank envelope behind. The suspect can be seen on surveillance video as he throws his wallet down to hide the envelope. The suspect pays for his purchase and takes the bank envelope with him.
The suspect is described as a heavyset Hispanic male and last seen wearing an Angels t-shirt and a red baseball cap. You can also view surveillance video at our CorpusChristiPD YouTube account at http://youtu.be/mPv3qW2pTJU.
Anyone with any information on this crime is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 361-888-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at www.888TIPS.com. Tipsters will earn a cash reward if the suspect is identified and arrested.
The Corpus Christi Police would like to make the public aware of an event that happened in the area near Airline and Gollihar so they may make informed decisions. A 47-year-old woman reported to the Corpus Christi Police that a man attempted to gain entry into her home on Thursday afternoon. The 47-year-old woman said she confronted the man who said he was an employee for AEP. The man then left the home. There was no damage or injury in this event.
A Corpus Christi Police Officer contacted the man in the neighborhood and was told by the man he was a sales representative from Reliant Energy. There was no evidence to merit an arrest, so the man was identified and released. Representatives from AEP and Reliant were contacted and claimed the man was neither an employee nor a representative of the company.
The man was described as a 39-year-old black male that is 5 feet 8 inches tall, 170 pounds, black hair and brown eyes, and wore a black jersey and blue jeans.
The public should be aware to identify unknown persons who knock at your door before opening the door. Any door to door sales persons must have a city solicitation permit before they attempt sales. It’s a good idea to call the company for which the person is employed to check the validity of the visit before unlocking the door for an unknown person. The public should call the Corpus Christi Police at 886-2600 immediately if they see any unusual person or activity. Visit the Police website to obtain more information about crime prevention at http://www.ccpolice.com/government/ccpd/obtain-information/index.
Search the website Crimereports.com to research all reported criminal activity in Corpus Christi. Anyone who knows any additional information about any crime should contact the Corpus Christi Police Department at 886-2841. 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.
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.
Date: October 5, 2013, 11:13am Location: 3130 Morgan Avenue http://goo.gl/maps/fqF1w
Event: Aggravated Robbery Case Number: 1310050064
Corpus Christi Police Officers have arrested the suspect wanted for the Dollar General robbery which occurred on October 5, 2013. At 11:13am, store employees called Police to the Dollar General located at 3130 Morgan Avenue and reported being robbed at knifepoint. A store clerk sustained a minor cut to her finger when the robbery suspect slashed at her. He was able to take an undetermined amount of money and get away in a Sports Utility Vehicle.
Detectives were able to follow-up on tips which led them to Juan Vela (09/11/67) who was identified as the suspect involved in the Dollar General robbery. On October 9, 2013 at 10:47pm, Vela turned himself in to Officers in the City Hall parking lot. He was booked at the City Detention Center and charged with the outstanding Aggravated Assault warrant. His bond was set at $100,000.
The Texas Rangers arrested Jose Alfredo Saldana (12.2.1987) in San Antonio on Wednesday 10.9.2013 on a Murder warrant out of Nueces County.
Officers were dispatched for a man down (assault injuries) at 2751 S. Port Avenue and found a 52-year-old man lying in the parking lot. He was taken to Spohn Memorial where he succumbed to his injuries on Sunday, 10.6.2013. Detectives with the Robbery/Homicide Division obtained the Murder warrant for Jose Saldana.
With the assistance of the Texas Rangers, Saldana was arrested in San Antonio on Wednesday, 10.10.2013 and booked into the Bexar County Jail. He was transported back to Corpus Christi by Detectives and booked into the City Detention Center late Wednesday evening.
This is the 14th Criminal Homicide for 2013 in Corpus Christi.
Corpus Christi Robbery Detectives are asking the public’s assistance to help identify the suspects involved in the robbery of two businesses on Saturday, October 5, 2013.
At 11:13am, store employees called Police to the Dollar General located at 3130 Morgan Avenue and reported being robbed at knifepoint. A store clerk sustained a minor cut to her finger when the robbery suspect slashed at her. He was able to take an undetermined amount of money and getaway in a Sports Utility Vehicle.
The suspect in the Dollar General robbery is described as a Hispanic man in his mid to late 30’s, stands 5’9″ feet tall, and weighs 140 lbs. He was seen leaving in a black Ford Explorer. #1310050064
At 12:28pm, Police were to the Wal-Mart located at 1821 S. Padre Island Drive for a robbery. Further investigation revealed a fire was set in the grocery section, shortly before the robbery occurred. The robber was able to escape, walking out with customers as the store was evacuated.
The suspect in the Wal-Mart robbery is a Hispanic man in his mid twenties, standing 5’9″ to 5’10” feet tall, and weighing 130 lbs. He was seen leaving in a blue Ford Explorer. #1310050069
It is unknown at this time, if the robberies are connected, but Detectives ask that anyone with any information on these two robberies or knows the identity of the suspects are 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.
Corpus Christi Police Composite Sketch of the Sexual Assault suspect.
The Corpus Christi Police Department would like to caution the community after two separate attempted sexual assaults occurred within 24 hours of one another.
On September 28, 2013 at 04:48am, a 19-year-old woman was assaulted in the 4200 block of Ocean as she exited her vehicle. The woman told Officers a man approached her and attempted to sexually assault her. The woman fought off the suspect and pepper sprayed him.
On September 29, 2013 at 4:58am, a second 19-year-old woman was leaving Cole Park when she was flagged down by a man in red pick-up truck. He warned her there was something wrong with her vehicle. The woman pulled over in the 2400 block of Alameda and exited her vehicle. The man attacked the victim in an attempt to sexually assault her. The woman also fought back using her keys to stab at him. The man fled.
The suspect in the first attack is described as a Hispanic man, 30 to 40 years of age, standing 5’8” to 5’9” feet tall and weighing 240 to 280 lbs. He was last seen wearing a navy blue shirt and shorts. Corpus Christi Police Detectives have worked with the victims to construct a composite sketch of the suspect.
The suspect in the second attack is described only as a heavyset Hispanic man in his 50’s. He was driving a red pick-up.
Police believe there is a good possibility that both assaults were perpetrated by the same suspect and he is targeting young women who are out alone in the early morning hours.
The Police Department has asked Officers to be extra vigilant while patrolling the areas near Ocean Drive and throughout the city.
The Police Department recommends that all young women avoid dangerous situations and be aware of their surroundings. Don’t walk or jog alone, invite a friend or two to accompany you. Make sure your car is in good working order and keep your doors locked as you travel. Keep your cell phone charged at all times.
If flagged down by a stranded motorist , don’t stop, but drive on and notify the Police Department at 361-886-2600 when it is safe to do so.
But above all, trust your instincts. If you feel a situation is unsafe, it is.
If you would like additional safety information, please contact our Crime Prevention Advisor at 361-886-2568. The Corpus Christi Police Department held a town hall meeting to address concerns. The meeting was video recorded and may be viewed online at http://new.livestream.com/accounts/5190505/events/2444839.
Anyone with any information on these crimes 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 arrested.
Corpus Christi Police Detectives are asking the public’s assistance to help identify a suspect responsible for the theft of approximately $700 in store merchandise from Altex Computers and Electronics.
Store surveillance video shows a young White male entering the store, selects a and exits the business without paying for the item.
He is described as a White male, 20 to 25 years old, 5’11” feet tall, and weighing 160 lbs. He is wearing blue jeans and a striped shirt.
Anyone with any information on the identity of this suspect is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 361-888-TIPS. You can also submit a tip online at http://www.888TIPS.com. Callers will earn a cash reward if the suspect is identified and arrested.
Fabian Lee Bentancourt (11/6/1990) wanted for Aggravated Robbery
The Corpus Christi Police Robbery/Homicide Detectives have issued a warrant for arrest for 22-year-old Fabian Lee Bentancourt (11/6/1990) for two armed robberies in Corpus Christi. Bentancourt is accused of displaying a weapon and demanding money at 3601 Staples Street on September 17, 2013 and then again at 5114 Weber Road on September 20, 2013.
Bentancourt is described as a Hispanic male who stands 5 feet 9 inches tall, about 170 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. The last known address for Bentancourt was in Corpus Christi.
Bentancourt is considered armed and dangerous and the public is urged not to approach Bentancourt if he is seen.
Anyone who can help locate Bentancourt should call the Corpus Christi Police at 361-886-2600. Anyone who wants to provide information to Detectives and keep their identity secret may call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or submit the information online at www.888TIPS.com. Information provided to Crime Stoppers which results in an arrest may earn the caller a cash reward.
Offense: Accident Involving Injury or Death (Transportation Code Section 550.021)
Case Number: 1308100114
The Corpus Christi Police worked with several law enforcement agencies and several private companies to effect an arrest of a 40-year-old man in New Mexico for a hit and run crash in Corpus Christi.
Corpus Christi Police responded to a vehicle crash on August 10, 2013 at Ayers Street and Arlington Drive. A 43-year-old man and a 28-year-old woman rode a motorcycle south on Ayers Street at about 8:40pm on August 10, 2013. A white Jeep drove through the intersection of Ayers and Arlington in front of the motorcycle and caused a collision.
The operator of the Jeep asked the two motorcycle riders if they were injured, and then walked away from the scene before the emergency crews arrived to work the crash scene. The only description of the operator of the Jeep was that he was a Hispanic man with black hair and a goatee who wore a uniform long sleeve shirt and black pants. The Jeep was left behind at the crash site and was taken to the city vehicle impound lot.
The crash was assigned to a Hit and Run investigator who had encountered a challenge to determine the owner of the vehicle. The Detective assigned the case found the registered owner had a California address. The Detective researched the last name of the registered owner which matched 438 people in the computer database.
The detective searched the Jeep for clues to identify the driver. The Detective got cooperation from the California Highway Patrol, the Riverside Sheriff’s Office, Stripes Corporation, HEB, Aaron Rental, and Jiffy Lube to locate first the registered owner, then several other people to identify 40-year-old Charles Bradley (3/29/1973) as the person who operated the Jeep at the time of the crash.
The Detective obtained a warrant for Bradley’s arrest and discovered Bradley fled to New Mexico. Bradley was arrested on September 19, 2013 in New Mexico.
The Corpus Christi Police Department thanks the members of the community who helped with the investigation to resolve this felony case.
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