On November 29, 2024, at about 3:35 am officers were dispatched to the 3800 block of S. Port Ave in reference to a shooting. Multiple officers arrived on scene and located a male victim along with a crime scene.

The 21-year-old male victim had a gunshot wound to the leg. He was transported to a local hospital by medics. The injuries were non-life threatening.

Officers were able to contact witnesses who stated a disturbance broke out between two parties who knew each other. As one vehicle left someone from in the vehicle shot at the other group of people.

Officers were able to locate the suspect vehicle and impound it. Officers are still working to determine the identity of the shooter. There were no arrests made at the time.

This is still an ongoing investigation.

If you have any information about this incident, you are urged to call Detectives at 361-886-2840. You can also remain anonymous and call Crimestoppers at 361-888-TIPS or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?I…

UPDATE: Robbery Homicide Detectives were able to follow up on several leads which aided in identifying the offender.

At approximately 9:30 pm on November 28th, multiple Officers arrived in the 1100 block of Manchester Ave. at a residence. The offender fled the residence on foot but was quickly located and taken into custody. He was transported to the main police station for interviewing.

Offender 33-year-old Julian Rodriguez was transported to the City Detention Center where he was booked for Murder and Evading Arrest.

Both parties were known to each other.

ORIGINAL POST: On November 28, 2024, at 2:56 pm officers were dispatched to the 5200 block of IH 37 in reference to a shooting. When officers arrived, they located a male in the parking lot of the business with a gunshot wound.

The male was transported to a local hospital by medics where he later succumbed to his injuries.

A male suspect who was involved left prior to police arrival.

Robbery Homicide Detectives arrived to assist in the investigation. 

This is still an active and ongoing investigation. 

If you have any information about this incident, you are urged to call Detectives at 361-886-2840. You can also remain anonymous and call Crimestoppers at 361-888-TIPS or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?I…

On Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 0846 hours, Corpus Christi police officers were dispatched to the 7600 block of Bullrider Dr. in reference to a suspicious person call.

The reporting party of the call advised that two unknown males were parked in an alleyway.  The two males were getting in and out of the vehicle with ski masks on.  A CCPD drone pilot was filming the ribbon cutting ceremony of the new police academy with his drone, and flew the drone to the area of the call and had a visual on the vehicle and suspicious persons before officers arrived.  Officers converged on the vehicle and contacted 3 males inside the vehicle.  All three males were wearing gloves, and two of the males were wearing full ski masks.  

It was determined that the vehicle had been reported stolen.  Upon further investigation, a handgun, stolen checks, and illegal narcotics were found inside the vehicle.  

Officers arrested Jose Manuel Esquivel (18 years old) for unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, unlawful carrying of a weapon, and engaging in organized criminal activity.

Jeremiah Cole Anderson (17 years old) for fraudulent use of identifying information, possession of a controlled substance, and engaging in organized criminal activity.

Jonah Morris (18 years old) for engaging in organized criminal activity.

Thank you for being vigilant and aware of the activity in your neighborhoods.  If you see something suspicious, say something.  This also highlights how the Corpus Christi Police Department is using the latest technology to keep our community safe.  

Do you know this male? CCPD Robbery Detectives need your assistance in identifying this male who robbed a local business in the 5600 block of Leopard St. recently

The male produced a handgun and took an undisclosed amount of money. The suspect is a black male, approximately 5’10” and weighs 160 pounds.

If you know or recognize this male, you are urged to call Detectives at 361-886-2840. You can also remain anonymous and call Crimestoppers at 361-888-TIPS or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?I…

On Sunday, November 24, 2024, at 4:45pm, CCPD received a call to back up an off-duty Corpus Christi Independent School District (CCISD) officer at the 1800 block of S. Padre Island Drive.

Preliminary information is the CCISD officer made contact with a subject in a vehicle who was suspected of theft that occurred inside the store. The officer was drug from the vehicle and shots were fired by the officer. The vehicle continued driving after the officer fell from the vehicle and drove into a nearby field. CCPD utilized drones to check the status of the male inside the vehicle and found him deceased. Medics transported the CCISD officer to a local hospital for minor injuries.

The Corpus Christi Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division will be investigating this incident.

This is an active and ongoing investigation. If you have any information pertaining to this incident, you are encouraged to call the Corpus Christi Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 361-886-2840. Anyone who would like to keep their identity secret and still provide information to detectives should call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or submit the tip online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=.&nbsp.

On Saturday, November 23, 2024, at 9:09pm, CCPD Gang officers were actively patrolling the area of the 3900 block of Fort Worth Street when they observed two juvenile male subjects walking in the street. One of the juvenile males produced a handgun and shot multiple times in the air. The juveniles took off running down the street and a CCPD Drone operator was utilized in obtaining the juvenile’s direction of travel for officers.

Officers contacted the juvenile males on the 4000 block of Pope Drive and apprehended the 15-year-old juvenile male who was observed by officers shooting a handgun in the air. The handgun was found on the juvenile and recovered. The juvenile was also in possession of an illegal narcotic. He was arrested for unlawful carrying of a weapon, possession of a controlled substance, discharge of firearm in certain municipalities and minor in possession of tobacco products and was transported to the Nueces County Juvenile Justice Center for booking.

The other juvenile, a 14-year-old male, was issued a citation for minor in possession of tobacco products and released to his parent.

On Saturday, November 23, 2024, at 8:35pm, officers were dispatched to the 1500 block of S. Port Ave. in reference to a robbery with a weapon.

Officers arrived and spoke to the victim and witnesses. They found that an unknown black male suspect entered the store and approached the clerk. The male pointed a handgun at the clerk, took an undisclosed amount of money from the register and fled the scene.

The suspect is described as a black male, approximately 6 feet tall and was wearing a black jacket, white cap and surgical mask.

This is an active and ongoing investigation. If you have any information pertaining to this incident, you are encouraged to call the Corpus Christi Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 361-886-2840. Anyone who would like to keep their identity secret and still provide information to detectives should call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or submit the tip online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=.&nbsp.

On Friday, November 22, 2024, at 5:19pm, officers were dispatched to Highway 358 westbound at Waldron Road in reference to a major traffic crash involving a pedestrian.

Officers arrived and located a deceased male pedestrian in the roadway. The vehicle that struck the pedestrian remained on scene.

Investigators with the Traffic Unit arrived to conduct their investigation. Investigators determined that the vehicle was traveling westbound at the 10100 block of Highway 358 and the pedestrian intentionally walked into oncoming traffic and was struck by the vehicle.

If you or anyone you know needs help, consider the following options:
*Call 911 for immediate assistance
*Reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or use the Lifeline Chat online at suicidepreventionlifeline.org.

Detectives with the Corpus Christi Police Department’s Narcotics and Vice Investigations Division dismantled another illicit gambling operation Thursday, November 21st, serving a search warrant at the El Patron Game Room in the 4600 block of S Padre Island drive. The search warrant was the conclusion of a months-long investigation into the business that, once again, uncovered evidence of continued illegal gambling. During Thursday’s operation, Detectives found and seized multiple illegal gambling devices and over $25,000 in cash. One employee were arrested and charged with gambling promotion, keeping a gambling place, possession of a gambling device, and engaging in organized criminal activity. Engaging in organized criminal activity is a state jail felony, punishable by up to two years in jail and a maximum $10,000 fine, while the other three charges are class A misdemeanors. 21 adult patrons inside the game room were cited for gambling, a class C misdemeanor. NVID had previously raided the same location in March of 2024.

This investigation continues, and additional charges and arrests are possible. The Corpus Christi Police Department reminds citizens that game rooms which pay out cash rewards are engaging in illegal gambling. Patrons as well as the management of these establishments may face criminal charges.

NVID Detectives were assisted in the operation by officers with the CCPD Operations Division, as well as investigators with the State of Texas Comptroller’s Office, which regulates coin operated machines. No coin operated machine violations were found.

The Corpus Christi Police Department continues to collaborate with our local state and federal partners to investigate and combat illegal gambling. Investigators will continue to enforce all Texas gambling laws, which will help accomplish our mission to reduce crime, reduce the fear of crime and to improve the quality of life in our community.

CCPD Announces Bus Wrap Unveiling and Holiday Initiative

With the Holidays rapidly approaching, your Corpus Christi Police Department is asking for your help in combatting motor vehicle crimes!

Join the Corpus Christi Police Department, the Insurance Council of Texas, Iconic Sign Groups, and Corpus Christi RTA on Monday, November 25th, at 1:00 PM for this year’s annual auto theft bus wrap unveiling, hosted by Mattress Firm in Moore Plaza.

During this event, you will learn about CCPD’s plans for increased police presence during the holiday season and receive valuable tips on how to avoid becoming a victim of auto crime. We hope to see you there! Remember, if you like it, lock it!!

Date: November 25, 2024
Time: 1:00-1:30pm
Location: Mattress Firm, 5425 South Padre Island Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78414