Category Archives: Delta District

Delta District

Teen Injured During Robbery

Occurred on 1/31/13, 4:45pm  Robbery   5700 Weber   1301310110

A 14-year-old reported to Police he was assaulted by ten individuals as he walked home from school.  The teenager told Officers he was attacked with board and punched numerous times during the assault until he was knocked to the ground. His attackers continued to kick and hit him; ripping both his earrings from his ears.

The victim advised the suspects ages ranged from 14 to 20 years of age.  The victim was unable to provide Officers with a motive for the assault.

Anyone with any information on this crime is encouraged 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 arrested.

Delta District

Man Untruthful About Home Invasion

Reported on January 28, 2013, 3:38pm, Burglary of a Habitation 1000 Deforrest Street   1301280109

Corpus Christi Police Detectives met with a 24-year-old man who reported to Police he was shot in his home when he interrupted a burglary.  During their interview with Detectives they learned that the homeowner had been untruthful in previous statements to Officers.

Detectives report the gunshot the man sustained was self-inflicted.  Detectives are no longer investigating the Burglary of a Habitation and Aggravated Assault, but Detectives will meet with Nueces County District Attorney’s Office to discuss the possibility filing charges on the homeowner for filing a False Report to a Police Officer which is a Class “B” Misdemeanor punishable by up to 180 days and a $2,000 fine.

For further information see the original blotter post at CCPD Blotter http://wp.me/p1D8kP-36f.

Delta District

Wanted Woman Flees to Local Cemetary

ShanellDonnaTillyOccurred on 1/29/13, 5:09pm  Wanted Subject  2731 Comanche  1301290115

Police were called to The Rose Hill Cemetery to assist with a possible wanted suspect.  A Refugio Police Officer had attempted to arrest the woman at a local business when she fled through a bathroom room window. Following up on tips received, the Officer located Shannel Donna Tilley (02/03/75) hiding out in the cemetery.

Tilly was arrested and booked at the City Detention Center.  She was charged with four outstanding warrants:  Forgery (No Bond), two Forgery of a Financial Instrument~Elderly with a Surety Bond of $25,000 each,  and  a second Forgery warrant with a $25,000 surety bond.

 

Delta District, Patrol Division

Woman Wakes To Find Burglars In Her Home on Naples Street

Occurred January 30, 2013, 12:34pm, 500 Naples Street, Burglary of a Habitation, 1301300064

                A 48-year-old woman woke up and found two strange men in her home on the 500 block of Naples Street Wednesday afternoon.

The 48-year-old woman told Corpus Christi Police that she woke early Wednesday afternoon and then discovered her home was ransacked. The woman said she was then hit on the back of the head and the two men ran outside to leave the area. The woman refused medical treatment and said she is not sure if anything was taken from the home.

The woman was unable to give a good description of the two men other than that one of the men wore a black hoodie. The two suspects are still at large.

Anyone with any additional information about this crime should call Corpus Christi Police at 886-2841. Information may be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or online at www.888TIPS.com.

Anyone interested to research reported criminal activity in Corpus Christi should visit Crimereports.com for valuable information.

Delta District, Patrol Division

Man Shot by Burglar on Deforrest Street

Occurred Monday, January 28, 2013, 15:38, 1000 Deforrest Street, Burglary of a habitation, 1301280109

                A 24-year-old man was shot in his home on the 1000 block of Deforrest Street Monday afternoon when he interrupted a burglary in progress.

The 24-year-old man told Corpus Christi Police he walked into his home and noticed the front door was open. The 24-year-old man said he heard noise at the back of his home and confronted a strange man who wore a ski mask. The man with the mask pointed a handgun at the 24-year-old man and shot once which struck the 24-year-old man in his upper right arm. The man in the mask dropped the gun and ran out of the house.

A 23-year-old woman said she was at the home and left momentarily to go to the convenience store. The 23-year-old woman said she left the door unlocked because she intended to be gone for a short time and expected the 24-year-old man to be home soon. The 23-year-old woman said she returned to the home and saw the 24-year-old man was injured and she drove him to the nearby hospital for treatment.

The man and woman said they do not know the intruder. Corpus Christi Police are searching for a Hispanic man, about 5 ft. 8 inches to 6 feet tall, with brown eyes, a black ski mask, white shirt, and blue jeans.

Anyone interested to research crime in their neighborhood should visit Crimereports.com for valuable information. Anyone with any additional information about this crime should call the Corpus Christi Police at 886-2841. Information may be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or online at www.888TIPS.com.

Criminal Investigations Division, Delta District

Man Walking in the Road Found to be Wanted

MelvinGarzaOccurred on 1/27/13, 8:15AM     Wanted Subject    Blanco Court/Painter Drive   1301270048

Officer M. Dominguez was patrolling his beat when he contacted Melvin Garza (01/12/59) walking in the roadway at 1400 Painter.  Garza was found to be wanted and arrested.  He was booked at the City Detention Center and charged with an outstanding Nueces County warrant for Assault.

Garza had assaulted a 55-year-old woman who refused to give him a ride home.

Criminal Investigations Division, Delta District

“Where’s the Beef??”

Occurred on 1/27/13, 8:03AM     Burglary of a Building     2741 S. Port     1301270047

Police were called to El Gavilan Taqueria for a burglary in which suspects forced open the back door.  Once inside the suspects ransacked the restaurant and stole approximately $400 in meat.  The owner advised the restaurant was burglarized the night before but the burglary was not reported to police.  A surveillance camera, audio equipment, and $300 worth of meat was stolen during the previous night’s burglary.

Anyone with any information on this crime is encouraged 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 arrested.

Community Outreach, Criminal Investigations Division, Delta District

Man Grazed by Gunfire During Robbery

Reported on 1/22/13, 11:51am  Robbery    400 S. Brownlee     1301220045

Police were called to Spohn Shoreline’s Emergency Room for a walk-in shooting victim.  Upon their arrival, Officers contacted a 32-year-old man who reported it shortly after midnight when he was attacked by two men in the 400 block of S. Brownlee.  The man told Officers he was walking to his girlfriend’s house when he was robbed.

The men demanded the victim’s money at gunpoint.  A struggle ensued over the firearm and several shots were discharged.  The victim told Officers the suspects stole his money and fled.  He then ran to girlfriend’s home on Jasmine Court.

The victim had several cuts to his to hand, hip, head, and abdomen where he had been grazed by the gunfire.  The victim told Officers he didn’t call Police or seek treatment at the time of the shooting.  He became concerned when the wounds failed to heal and sought medical help.

Both suspects are described as being Hispanic males, 20 to 25 years of age, 5’5” to 5’8” feet tall.  They were last seen wearing black shirts and blue jeans. Both donned bandanas to cover their faces.

Anyone with any information on this crime is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or submit a tip via your smart phone.  Just download the TipSubmit App on your Android or iPhone.  Tipsters will earn a cash reward if the suspects are arrested.

Delta District

Help Catch the Chainsaw Bandit by Calling Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS

Occurred on 1/9/13, 3:44pm  Theft   4336 Ayers  1301090092

First Cash Pawn employees reported the theft of a chainsaw that occurred on January 7, 2013.  Police were told the suspect entered the store, selected a $120 chainsaw and left without paying for it.

The suspect is described as a White male, in his early 30’s, and weighing approximately 200 lbs.

Anyone with any information on this crime is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or submit a tip via your smart phone.  Just download the TipSubmit App on your Android or iPhone.  Tipsters will earn a cash reward if the suspect is arrested.

Delta District

New Assistant City Manager Appointed

City Manager Ron Olson has appointed Susan K. Thorpe of Peoria, Arizona, as the Assistant City Manager for Safety, Health and Neighborhoods.   She takes over for Troy Riggs who left Corpus Christi to become the Director of Public Safety in Indianapolis, Indiana in late 2012.

Ms. Thorpe has more than 25 years of municipal management experience, having served as a City Manager and Assistant City Manager for cities in Texas and California.  Ms. Thorpe spent the last seven years as Peoria’s Deputy City Manager.  Most recently, she oversaw Peoria’s Information Technology Department, City’s Clerk’s Office, Management and Budget Department, Human Resources, Public Works-Utilities Department and Finance Department.  City Manager Ron Olson said, “We are excited to have Susan joining our team.  Her experience and her abilities are going to be a tremendous addition to the city and we are really looking forward to her arriving here and getting to work.”

Ms. Thorpe holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science and a Masters of Public Administration Degree from the University of North Texas and holds Credentialed Manager designation from the International City/County Management Association.

Libraries Director Herb Canales served as Interim Assistant City Manager while national recruitment efforts took place.  “Not just anyone can step into an interim Assistant City Manager position and perform so successfully,” said City Manager Ron Olson, citing Mr. Canales’ dedication and service to the City of Corpus Christi.  “Mr. Canales used his more than 32 years’ experience with the City’s library system and worked as a team leader demonstrating strong leadership and ability,” added Olson.

Ms. Thorpe was born in Fort Benning, Georgia, the daughter of an U.S. Army officer.  She is married to Jay McLaughlin and they have a daughter, son-in-law and three grandchildren.  Thorpe said, “I am looking forward to calling Corpus Christi home.  It will be a great fit for my family and I truly believe my skills can make a difference in the community.”  Thorpe’s first day on the job will be Monday, March 18, 2013.