Category Archives: Delta District

Community Outreach, Delta District

Cats’ Yowls Foil Burglar

Occurred on 6/22/12, 12:54 am  Burglary of a Habitation  520 S. Carancahua  1206220012 

A homeowner washing dishes heard her cats “going crazy” on her back porch was startled to see a man looking back at her when she looked out her dining room window.  She called 911 and within minutes Officers arrived to find Adrian Avalos (08/07/64) hiding in her screen in patio. 

He was also found to have entered an unlocked car behind the house and patio to gain access to the attached laundry room.  A combination of the victim’s quick actions and Officers quick arrival did not allow the suspect to steal any property.  Avalos was arrested and charged with Burglary of a Habitation which is a 2nd Degree Felony and punishable by up to 20 years in prison and up to a $10,000. 

The Corpus Christi Police Department offers free home and business security surveys to make your home or business safer.  Home inspections can also put money in your pocket by reducing your insurance premiums.  Please contact Crime Prevention Specialist Brenda Moreno at 361-886-2765 to schedule your free survey.

Delta District

Fire-Proof Jackets Stolen in Uniform Store Burglary

Occurred on 6/21/12. 6:58 pm  Burglary of a Building  3950 Leopard Street    1206210126 

The owner of B & J’s Uniforms reported her business had been burglarized.  Further investigation revealed the locks had been cut to the doors where the stolen merchandise had been stored.   

Taken were 10 boxes filled with fire-proof jackets valued at $8,700.  Anyone with any information on this burglary is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS  or login online at www.888TIPS.com .  Tips will be taken in the strictest confidence and tips that lead to the arrest of suspects, as well as the recovery of stolen property are eligible for cash rewards of up to $1,000.

 
Bravo District, Delta District

Sleeping Homeless Man Dies After Being Run Over

Occurred on 6/22/12, 8:21 am  Major Accident  6130 S. Padre Island Drive  C1204773

A homeless man sleeping in a vacant lot next to NAPA Auto Supply was run over by a JEDI Drilling truck.  The man sustained severe head trauma and died at the accident scene.  Tthe accident investigation has been turned over to the Traffic Division.

The Public Information Office will update this post when additional information becomes available.

 

 

 

Community Outreach, Delta District, Patrol Division, Traffic Safety Division

Enhanced Parking Initative Begins

The Corpus Christi Police Department is announcing the beginning of the enhanced parking enforcement initiative.  The goal of the initiative is to address often overlooked “quality of life” issues such as public sidewalks being blocked by vehicles, and other parking violations throughout the city. The initial phase of the initiative will focus on public education about parking laws and the importance of ensuring that roadways and sidewalks are open and accessible to vehicles, pedestrians, and emergency equipment. Officers will immediately begin issuing warning cards to vehicles parked in an improper manner.

The next phase will begin August 1st and will focus on actual enforcement of existing parking laws and ordinances.  Police and Parking Control officers will be issuing citations to vehicles parked in a manner that is a violation or hazard.

Questions should be directed to Parking Control at 361-826-3003.

Delta District

32-Year-Old Man Attacked and Run Over at Local Bar

Occurred on 6/21/12, 1:55 a.m.  Aggravated Assault   2215 Ayers 1206210015 

Police were called to Diana’s Place Bar for a fight involving three men.  Upon their arrival Officers observed a 32-year-old Hispanic male laying on the ground bleeding heavily from his upper arm.  The Officer retrieved his emergency equipment and was able to slow the bleeding.  CCFD Emergency Personnel arrived and the victim was taken to Spohn Memorial for medical treatment. 

Further investigation revealed the victim was assaulted by two men who punched and kicked him until he was knocked to the ground.  The men entered their sports utility vehicle and drove over the victim as they fled.    The victim was uncooperative with Officers refusing to provide them with any information. 

The suspects are described as two stocky and heavily tattooed Hispanic males, 5’7” to 5’9” feet tall. One man had a shaved head, while the other had a close fade haircut.  They were both last seen fleeing in a dark-colored GMC Yukon or Denali.

Anyone with any information on these crimes is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or submit a tip online at www.888-TIPS.com.  Tips are taken in the strictest confidence and can earn the caller a cash reward.

Delta District, Patrol Division

Man Injured In Machete Attack

Occurred Tuesday, June 19, 2012, 14:35 500 Cheyenne St. Aggravated Assault 1206190089

A 39-year-old man was taken to the hospital for injuries received from a strike to the head with a machete by a 46-year-old man after an altercation at the 500 block of Cheyenne Street.

A 52-year-old man stood with the 39-year-old victim for an eviction when the 46-year-old man struck the 39-year-old man with the machete. The 52-year-old man wrestled the machete away from the 46-year-old man and the 46-year-old man left the area.

The 46-year-old man and the 39-year-old victim had an argument the Monday which police believe may have prompted the attack Tuesday. The 39-year-old man was taken to the hospital for treatment for his injuries.

Corpus Christi police continue to search for the 46-year-old man. Anyone with additional information about this crime is encouraged to call police investigators.

Anyone interested to research reported crime in Corpus Christi should search Crimereports.com for a variety of local law enforcement information.

Delta District, Patrol Division, Traffic Safety Division

Man Drove 70 MPH Wrong Way Over Harbor Bridge & Goes To Jail

Occurred Monday, June 18, 2012 1:40am State Highway 181 Freeway Harbor Bridge Driving While Intoxicated 1206180011

A 27-year-old man was arrested for driving while intoxicated Monday morning when he was found travelling 70 miles per hour in the wrong direction over the Harbor Bridge.

A Corpus Christi Police patrol supervisor saw a white 2002 Ford Ranger travel north toward Portland in the southbound lanes. The patrol supervisor drove in the correct lanes of travel next to the truck at 70 miles per hour. The patrol supervisor activated his emergency lights and was able to gain the attention of the operator of the truck that travelled the wrong direction. The truck pulled to the center divider and stopped to meet the patrol supervisor.

The patrol supervisor concluded that 27-year-old Casey Landry (9/2/1984) was intoxicated. Landry was arrested for driving while intoxicated and delivered to the city detention center.

Delta District, Narcotics/Vice Division, Patrol Division

Two Injured When A Bottle Burst

Occurred Friday, June 15, 2012, 11:45am, 1400 Mestina Street, prohibited weapon 1206150062

Two people were injured Friday when a bottle burst on the sidewalk on the 1400 block of Mestina Street.

A 48-year-old woman and a 60-year-old man told Corpus Christi Police they were injured they picked up and shook a bottle they found on the street.

The Corpus Christi Bomb Squad investigated the evidence at the scene and determined the bottle was used to manufacture narcotics. The commander of the Corpus Christi Police Emergency Response Unit, Captain David Cook, described the method of manufacture as a “one pot cook.” Captain Cook said the two injured are part of a transient population and they were transported to the hospital with minor injuries. The two injured people refused medical treatment and left the hospital on their own.

Captain Cook said tests were conducted to identify substances on scene and the evidence was collected for more tests that will be conducted in a controlled environment.

An offense report was generated by police for prohibited weapons because of the nature of the item constructed; however, the charges will likely be adjusted to manufacturing narcotics once more specific information can be verified. The woman and the man may face criminal charges of manufacturing a controlled substance once the specific information is verified.

This type of manufacturing is not safe and should be reported to police immediately if observed. There are a few indicators that someone may attempt this method of manufacturing which include having strong chemical odors like photo developing chemicals or ammonia odors that smell like cat urine. Garbage that contains an unusual amount of glass containers and coffee filters are an indicator that someone is operating a clandestine lab. There may be burn pits or dead spots in the yard that are evidence of chemical waste dumping near someone who manufactures narcotics. The manufacturing not only is harmful to the people nearby, but very harmful to the environment and should be reported immediately.

Delta District

Officers’ Patience and Persistence Pays Off

Daniel Ruiz

Occurred on 6/15/12, 4:24 a.m.  Burglary of a Vehicle/Evading Arrest  3732 MaCleod Drive  1206150028

Police received a call for service involving a suspicious suspect breaking into parked vehicle in the neighborhood.  Once they arrived, Officers found the suspect had disappeared.  A witness told Officers he was drinking coffee on his front porch before heading to work when he observed a bald male dressed in a black shirt burglarizing several cars.   Officers went into stealth mode, turning off all their equipment and waited.
 

Shortly thereafter, the suspect left his hiding place and the chase was on.  Daniel Ruiz (12/27/74) was captured in the 6000 block of Villa, but fought with Officers as they tried to handcuff him.  After a brief struggle Ruiz was cuffed and positively identified by a witness. 

Ruiz was also found to have an outstanding warrant and arrested.  He was charged with three counts of Burglary of a Vehicle, Evading and Resisting Arrest, along with  and the outstanding Board of Pardons and Paroles Violation warrant.  Officers were able to notify all three auto burglary victims.  A backpack taken by the suspect and the stolen items inside were returned to their owners.  The stolen items included loose coins, lighters, two cell phones, and some cash.

Delta District, Gang Unit, Patrol Division

Two Arrested For Deadly Conduct

Update to Case #1206100033 Deadly Conduct, 2529 Tarlton St.

Two men were arrested Wednesday for warrants for arrest they had for shooting at a house last Sunday at 3:40am.

Corpus Christi Police arrested 19-year-old Israel Mendoza (7/28/1992) and 20-year-old John Flores (2/18/1992) for discharging a firearm at a residence located at 2529 Tarlton Street. No injuries were reported in relation to the deadly conduct on Tarlton St. Corpus Christi Police obtained the warrants for the arrest of the two men, then apprehended them at their place of residence.

Each is charged with Deadly Conduct, a 3rd degree felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine.

John Flores
Israel Mendoza