CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas – A 27-year-old Corpus Christi resident has been sentenced for possession with intent to distribute over 11 grams of methamphetamine, announced U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.

Sunny Ray Garcia pleaded guilty Nov. 21, 2024.

U.S. District Judge Nelva Gonzales Ramos has now ordered Garcia to serve 60 months in federal prison to be immediately followed by four years of supervised release. At the hearing, the court heard additional evidence of Garcia’s extensive criminal history that includes convictions for aggravated sexual assault of a child, burglary and possession of a controlled substance.

In January 2023, authorities had identified Garcia as a target involved in drug distribution. On Jan. 25, they conducted an operation and purchased drugs from Garcia. The narcotics were later tested and confirmed to be methamphetamine.

When authorities arrested Garcia in February 2023, they also discovered a stolen firearm in his vehicle.

Garcia will remain in custody pending transfer to a U.S. Bureau of Prisons facility to be determined in the near future.

The Drug Enforcement Administration conducted the investigation with the assistance of Corpus Christi Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Izaak Bruce prosecuted the case.

On Monday March 17^th, 2025, at approximately 10:15 pm officers were dispatched to the intersection of Airline Rd and Holly Rd in reference to a major traffic crash involving a pedestrian.

When officers arrived, they located a 41-year-old female with severe injuries. Bystanders had attempted to render aid. The female was transported to a local hospital by medics, where she later succumbed to her injuries.

Traffic Investigators were called out to investigate the crash.

Investigators were able to determine through witness statements and nearby security video, the female pedestrian was walking west bound at the intersection of Holly/Airline and attempted to cross Airline on the crosswalk. The female did not have the right of way to cross and was struck by a vehicle that had the right of way traveling north.

The driver remained on scene and was not impaired.

On Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 2:27am, officers were dispatched to the 800 block of Barry St in reference to a stabbing. 

Officers arrived and could hear an active disturbance with someone being assaulted. Officers made entry into the residence and found a 37-year-old male victim suffering from assault injuries. They also located a 26-year-old female victim suffering from assault injuries. The third male officers made contact with was 30-year-old Justin Gutierrez.  Officers determined that there was no stabbing that occurred.

Officer investigation found that Gutierrez had invited the 37-year-old male victim to the residence where Gutierrez threatened him with a knife and physically assaulted him while stealing personal belongings from the victim. The 37-year-old victim was transported to a local hospital to be treated for his injuries (determined to be non-life-threatening). The 26-year-old female had been assaulted by her boyfriend, Gutierrez, earlier in the evening. Her injuries were non-life-threatening, and she was treated on scene by medics. 

Gutierrez was arrested for aggravated robbery and for assault family violence. During the arrest, he became combative with officers and resisted the arrest. He was additionally charged with resisting arrest. After being medically cleared at a local hospital, Gutierrez was transported to the City Detention Center for booking. 

On Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 7:26am, officers were dispatched to the intersection of Airline/Holly reference a major traffic accident involving a motorcycle. 

Officers arrived and located a two-vehicle crash. Medics transported the 64-year-old male driver of the motorcycle to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. The driver of the pickup was not injured.

Investigators with the Traffic Unit arrived on scene and conducted their investigation. They found that the driver of a pickup was traveling west on Holly and was attempting to turn south onto Airline through a yellow flashing turn arrow. The motorcyclist was traveling east on Holly through the intersection and was struck by the pickup. 

The driver of the pickup received a citation for fail to yield right of way- left turn. The driver of the pickup was not intoxicated. It is unknown if the motorcyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. 

On Friday, March 14, 2025, at 3:49am, officers were dispatched to the 5900 block of Ayers Street in reference to a shooting. 

Officers arrived and located an 18-year-old male victim who was deceased from an apparent gunshot wound. 

Detectives with the Robbery/Homicide Unit are currently conducting their investigation. Detectives found that the 15-year-old juvenile male shot the victim and pointed a gun at another juvenile male before fleeing the scene. Detectives have apprehended the 15-year-old juvenile male and charged with murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. He has been booked into the Nueces County Juvenile Justice Center. 

Detectives do not believe this to be a random act of violence as the parties knew each other. There is no threat to the community. 

If you have any information about this incident, you are encouraged to contact Detectives at 361-886-2840. If you would like to remain anonymous, you may contact Crime Stoppers at 361-888-TIPS (8477) or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=.     

On Friday, March 14, 2025, at 3:49am, officers were dispatched to the 5900 block of Ayers Street in reference to a shooting. 

Officers arrived and located an approximate 18-year-old male victim who was deceased from an apparent gunshot wound. 

Detectives with the Robbery/Homicide Unit are currently conducting their investigation. 

It is very early in the investigation and details are limited; however, a 15-year-old juvenile male has been detained as part of the investigation. 

Detectives do not believe this to be a random act of violence and there is no threat to the community. 

If you have any information about this incident, you are encouraged to contact Detectives at 361-886-2840. If you would like to remain anonymous, you may contact Crime Stoppers at 361-888-TIPS (8477) or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=.   

The Corpus Christi Fire Department Arson Investigators need your assistance in identifying this suspect.

In December 2024 during the overnight hours, this male set fire to two large excavators in the 1700 block of Brownlee Blvd.

If you have any information in reference to this incident, please call the Arson Detective at 361-826-8421. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 361-888-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?I

UPDATE: On March 10, 2025, CCPD officers were dispatched to a residence in the 1900 block of Melissa Ln. CCFD along with CCPD located a male deceased inside of the residence.

On March 11, 2025, the medical examiner confirmed the identity of the male to be Abel Sanchez. Currently there are no indications of foul play.

ORIGINAL POST: CCPD Detectives are asking for your assistance in locating missing person Abel Sanchez.

Abel was reported missing last month by his family. Abel suffers from seizures and needs his medication.

 Abel is described as 54-year-old Hispanic male who stands 5’6” tall, weighs approximately 200 lbs., has black hair and brown eyes.

If you have any information that may assist Detectives or know the whereabouts of Abel, please call CCPD at 361-886-2840 or 361-886-2600. 

🌟 Join Us for the 6th Semiannual Criminal Justice Job Fair! 🌟

We are thrilled to invite your agency to this impactful event, designed to connect aspiring criminal justice professionals with esteemed local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.

📍 Location: Tarrant County College, Trinity River Campus
📅 Date: March 12, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
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