Category Archives: Narcotics/Vice Division

Bravo District, Narcotics/Vice Division

Hallucinogenic Drugs Seized In Corpus Christi Apartment

Occurred Friday, June 22, 2012, 16:45, 4325 Ocean Drive, Possession of Controlled Substance 1206220103

The Corpus Christi Police Narcotics Vice Investigation Division served a search warrant at 4325 Ocean Drive on Friday and arrested 23-year-old Nixon Welsh (10/11/1988) for possession of controlled substances.

The Narcotics Vice Investigation Division obtained a search warrant as a result of information gathered from undercover investigations at the address. The Investigators seized a 9mm pistol with 3 loaded magazines when the search warrant was served.

Welsh is charged with:

Possession of (Hydoponic) marijuana 9 ounces, SJF Value $ 2,000

Possession of controlled substance “Mushrooms” 6 ounces 2F Value $ 1,800

Possession of controlled substance (LSD), 2F 200 hits Value $ 2,000

Possession of Controlled substance (Alprazolam), AM

The first charge is a state jail felony punishable by up to 2 years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine. The second and third charges are both second degree felonies punishable by up 20 years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine. The fourth charge is a class A misdemeanor punishable by up to a year in jail and up to a $4,000 fine.

Delta District, Narcotics/Vice Division

3 Arrested On Guadalupe Street Search Warrant

Occurred Friday, June 22, 2012, 11:00am, 2502 Guadalupe Street, Possession of Controlled Substance 1206220067, 1206220072

Three people were arrested Friday at 2502 Guadalupe Street as the result of undercover operations conducted by the Corpus Christi Police Narcotics Vice Investigations Division.

The Narcotics Vice Investigations Division executed a search warrant for 2502 Guadalupe Street and arrested 39-year-old Dirk Johnson (3/12/1973) and 33-year-old Doris Johnson (1/28/1979) for possession of a penalty group 1 controlled substance. The charge is a state jail felony punishable by up to 2 years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine. Doris Johnson was additionally arrested for a warrant for arrest.

The Narcotics Vice Investigations Division seized powder cocaine, pills, a .380 semiautomatic pistol, and three gun suppressors. The investigation continues and additional charges may be filed for the pistol, suppressors, and the pills that were discovered.

The Corpus Christi Police conducted a traffic stop of a silver 2008 Ford Focus that left 2502 Guadalupe as police officers approached the house. The operator of the Ford Focus, 32-year-old Kimberly Lehmberg (10/13/1979) was arrested for operating a motor vehicle without a driver’s license and for no vehicle insurance.

Charlie District, Gang Unit, Narcotics/Vice Division, Patrol Division

Over A Pound Of Marijuana Found on Traffic Stop

Occurred Wednesday, June 20, 2012, 18:45, 6600 S. Staples Street Possession of Marijuana 1206200129

A 32-year-old man was arrested Wednesday night after marijuana was found in his vehicle on a traffic stop.

Corpus Christi Police Officers stopped David Gonzalez (6/24/1979) in a 2005 Nissan Altima for a traffic violation at the 6600 block of Staples. Police officers smelled burned marijuana from inside the vehicle.

Corpus Christi Police conducted an investigation and discovered 1.24 pounds of marijuana in the vehicle. Gonzalez is a known game member and was arrested for possession of marijuana. The charge is a state jail felony punishable by up to 2 years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine.

  

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, Narcotics/Vice Division

Three Arrested in Early Morning Raid

Occurred on 6/8/12, 6:30 am  Possession of a Controlled Substance 1016 S. Brownlee 

Early Wednesday morning, the residents at 1016 S. Brownlee received a wake-up call from the Corpus Christi Police Department’s Narcotics Vice Investigations Division who along with  the SWAT team and the Gang Unit served a search warrant at the residence.  Officers made a safe entry into the home and seized 1.5 pounds of Marijuana, 22.99 grams of Cocaine, and 8.39 grams of Methamphetamine.  Also seized was a 1995 Lincoln Town Car, a sawed off shotgun, a stolen assault weapon, and $2,346. in cash.

The following were arrested and face multiple charges:

  • Richard Nathan Trevino (08/05/89) was charged with Manufacture and Delivery of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana, and Felon in Possession of a Firearm
  • Dolores Trevino (03/22/72) was charged with Manufacture and Delivery of a Controlled Substance
  • Esnea Ortiz (09/08/91) was charged with Manufacture and Delivery of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Marijuana

The Narcotics Vice Investigations Division will continue their investigation and will pursue charges on the weapons violations.  If you would like to report a drug dealer in your area please contact Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or submit a tip online at www.888TIPS.com.  You can remain anonymous and your tip will be taken in the strictest confidence.  It could earn you up to a $1,000 cash reward if the suspects are arrested or stolen property or drugs are recovered.  Go mobile, visit our website and download your iPhone or Android App!

Narcotics/Vice Division

Seven Men Arrested in Prostitution Sting

On May 23, 2012, the Corpus Christi Police Department Narcotics and Vice Investigations Division conducted a reverse prostitution or “John Sting” in the North Central region of the city  in an effort to do away with the ever-present prostitution and drug problems.  Officers targeted those who solicit prostitutes.  The  six men were arrested after they offered money for sex from an undercover officer posing as a prostitute.

Those who were arrested were Rockdale resident Kendrick Lennell White, 33, McAllen resident Ronald Joseph Dunmore, 44, Portland resident Gerald Garza, 45, Houston resident Jose Socorro Facundo, 46, and Corpus Christi residents Marzino Mireles,32, and Robert Wesley Burke, 48.  Each person was arrested and taken to the City Detention Center where they each charged with Prostitution. 

Burke was additionally charged with Evading and Resisting Arrest.  Vernal Williams, 24, was also arrested for a Class “C” Theft when he took one of the decoy officer’s money. 

The Prostitution charge is a Class “B” Misdemeanor and is punishable by up to 180 days and a $2,000 fine.

Kendrick White Prostitution
Ronald Dunmore Prostitution
Marzino Mireles Prostitution
Gerald Garza Prostitution
Jose Facundo Prostitution
Vernal Williams Theft
Robert Burke Prostitution Evading, & Resisting Arrest
Bravo District, Narcotics/Vice Division

Pair Jailed After Narcotics Officer “Callen” Alerts to Marijuana

Occurred on 5/3/12, 2:06 p.m.  Possession of Marijuana  Zahn and Gulf Beach Roads   1205030083 

Officers following up on information that a drugs were being sold out a vehicle on the beach at Zahn Road observed multiple individuals hanging out by several cars. 

Officer could smell the odor of Marijuana coming from a white 1997 Cadillac Deville where Shonica Shaffer (12/20/77) was sitting. Shaffer along with the owner of the vehicle, Kody Allen Payne (05/23/81) were detained.  

Narcotics and Vice Division K-9 Officer A. Dial and his canine partner Callen assisted with a check of the vehicle.  Callen alerted on the Cadillac and a small quantity of Marijuana was discovered under the driver’s seat.  Also found in the trunk was a bag containing more Hydro-Marijuana and a scale. 

Both Shaffer and Payne were arrested and charged with Possession of Marijuana.  Payne was charged with a State Jail Felony, while Shaffer was charged with a Class “B” Misdemeanor.  A State Jail Felony is punishable up to two years in jail and a fine not to exceed $10,000, while the Class “B” Misdemeanor is punishable up to 180 days in jail and a fine not to exceed $2,000.

Delta District, Narcotics/Vice Division

46-Year-Old Female Arrested on Drug Charges, Two More Jailed on Outstanding Warrants

Occurred on 5/4/12, 6:17 am   Possession Charges   1505 Lexington Avenue   1205040039/1205040045

On Friday 05/04/12 at approximately 06:17 a.m. the Narcotics Vice Investigations Division served a search warrant at 1505 Lexington Apartments.  A small quantity of Crack Cocaine and a small quantity of Marijuana were recovered. 

Pamela Denise Williams (05/19/65) was arrested and charged with Possession of Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.  Also arrested at the scene were Michelle Merritt (02/21/77) for a Municipal Court warrant and William Stowe (02/04/82) for a Larceny Charge out of Ingleside, Texas. 

This investigation and subsequent warrant service and arrest is a result Narcotic and Vice Investigation Division’s participation in the North Side Clean-Up Initiative.

Narcotics/Vice Division

Two Charged with Manufacture/Delivery of a Controlled Substance

Occurred on 5/2/12, 7:29 pm   Manufacture/Deliver of a Controlled Substance   3124 Huisache Street   1205020118    

Officers with the Narcotics and Vice Investigations served a search and arrest warrant at 3124 Huisache Street in which two individuals were arrested and charged with narcotics related offenses.   Inside the home Officers recovered 9.04 grams of Crack Cocaine, 19.32 grams of Marijuana, 3.80 grams of pills, and a handgun along with $2,800 in cash.

Joe Gomez (08/01/77) and Ashley Star Silva (07/09/88) were both arrested and charged with Manufacture/Delivery of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Marijuana.  The Manufacture/Delivery of a Controlled Substance is a First Degree Felony and is punishable by up to 99 years in prison and a fine of $10,000.   The Possession of Marijuana is a Class “B” Misdemeanor and is punishable by 180 days in jail and a $2,000 fine.   

Silva’s infant was released to her sister-in-law and notification was made to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.

 

 

Community Outreach, Narcotics/Vice Division

Turn in your Prescription Drugs, No Questions Asked

Drug Enforcement Administration and the Corpus Christi Police Department
Conduct Third Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

“Living Drug Free Starts at Home”

On April 28th,  from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  local law enforcement agencies  and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will give the public another opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs.  Bring your medications for disposal to one of the designated sites in Corpus Christi, Kingsville, Aransas Pass, Portland, Cuero and Sinton.  The service is free and anonymous. 

Last October, Americans turned in 377,080 pounds—188.5 tons—of prescription drugs at over 5,300 sites operated by the DEA and nearly 4,000 state and local law enforcement partners. (The Gulf Coast area collected almost 1000 pounds.) In its three previous Take Back events, DEA and its partners took in almost a million pounds—nearly 500 tons—of pills. 

This initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue.  Medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse, and abuse. Rates of prescription drug abuse in the U.S. are alarmingly high, as are the number of accidental poisonings and overdoses due to these drugs.  Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet. In addition, Americans are now advised that their usual methods for disposing of unused medicines—flushing them down the toilet or throwing them in the trash—both pose potential safety and health hazards.

Four days after the first event, Congress passed the Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act of 2010, which amends the Controlled Substances Act to allow an “ultimate user” of controlled substance medications to dispose of them by delivering them to entities authorized by the Attorney General to accept them.  The Act also allows the Attorney General to authorize long-term care facilities to dispose of their residents’ controlled substances in certain instances.  DEA is drafting regulations to implement the Act, a process that can take as long as 24 months.  Until new regulations are in place, local law enforcement agencies and the DEA will continue to hold prescription drug take-back events every few months.

Coastal Bend Collection Sites are listed below:     

  • KIII TV~5002 South Padre Island Drive, Corpus Christi
  • HEB~3500 Leopard, Corpus Christi
  • HEB~3033 S. Port Avenue, Corpus Christi
  • HEB~5313 Saratoga Boulevard, Corpus Christi
  • HEB(Flour Bluff)~1145 Waldron Road, Corpus Christi
  • HEB(Annaville)~11100 Leopard Street, Corpus Christi
  • HEB~1600 Wildcat Boulevard, Portland
  • HEB~409 E. Kleberg, Kingsville
  • HEB(Aransas Pass)~101 E. Goodnight Avenue, Aransas Pass
  • HEB(Sinton)~106 S. San Patricio, Sinton
  • Cuero City Hall~201 E. Main Street, Cuero