The Corpus Christi Police Department Robbery Homicide Detectives were able to identify the suspect in the downtown shooting that occurred on November 30, 2024, which left two people injured.

Detectives were able to secure two arrest warrants for Aggravated Assault w/ Deadly Weapon for offender David Moses Rodriguez (26 YOA).

Officers located Rodriguez in the 5800 block of Bear Ln. He was taken into custody without incident.

Rodriguez was transported to the City Detention Center for booking.

Sunday, December 15th will mark the 39th anniversary of the day Gary and Stephanie Gillette were found brutally murdered inside their home on the 4800 block of Sweetbriar Circle.

Gary’s prized possession, his late father’s 1970 Buick Electra convertible, had been stolen from the couple’s garage and was found abandoned one day later on the 6200 block of Wimbledon Drive.

Gary’s three daughters have never stopped looking for answers to help ease the devastating pain of not knowing who took their father and stepmother, and essentially their childhood, from them. Corpus Christi Police Department Homicide Detectives have made significant strides toward identifying the suspect or suspects who committed this heinous crime, but are still seeking the one sliver of information that will help bring justice to the victims and closure to their family.

If you have information that you believe could be helpful to solving this case, please call Detective Justin Wicks at 361-826-4082 or Detective Krystal Rodriguez at 361-886-2843. Callers wishing to remain anonymous can earn up to a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in this case by calling CrimeStoppers at 361-888-TIPS. For more information, please view the following video.

On December 9, 2024, at about 4:01 am officers were dispatched to the 2100 block of S. Padre Island Dr. in reference to a burglary in progress. Dispatch advised two individuals were seen breaking into vehicles at the business. One subject was wearing a black hoodie and the other was wearing a grey hoodie.

Multiple officers converged on the location and observed the two suspects running away. Officers gave chase to the suspects who evaded into the nearby neighborhood. One male was located in the back yard of a home. He was taken into custody without incident.

The second suspect who evaded was not located.

Officers checked the business and located two vehicles with the steering columns damaged. One vehicle had a broken window. A metal bar was located near the vehicles.

The male that was located was identified as a 13-year-old juvenile. He was transported to the Nueces County Juvenile Justice Center for booking. He was charged with Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle (UUMV) and Evading Arrest/detention.

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of retired Chief of Police Henry Garrett.

Chief Garrett was hired by the Corpus Christi Police Department on September 3, 1963, and quickly rose through the ranks. He was promoted to Sergeant on December 1, 1969, promoted to Lieutenant on September 18, 1972, promoted to Captain on December 14, 1976, and promoted to Commander on January 1, 1979.

On November 1, 1989, he became Chief of Police and served as Chief until his retirement in August of 1995.

Chief Garrett was a great leader, police officer, friend and will be greatly missed by all. We extend our deepest condolences to Chief Garrett’s family.

Join Us TOMORROW for the Corpus Christi Police Career Seminar!

Are you ready to start a meaningful career in Law Enforcement or as a MetroCom Dispatcher, and make a real impact in your community? Don’t miss this opportunity!

When: Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at 6:00 PM
Where: Corpus Christi Police Department Training Center, 6902 Yorktown Blvd, Corpus Christi, Texas

Take the first step towards a rewarding future!

RSVP today by emailing ImeldaB@cctexas.com or call 361-826-2978.

If you cannot attend in person, join us online by clicking on the QR Code.

If you are interested in becoming a dispatcher for CCPD MetroCom, please contact Jessica Salinas at 361-886-2816 or email dispatchcareers@cctexas.com.

On Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 9:05pm, officers were dispatched to the 5000 block of S. Padre Island Drive in reference to a single vehicle traffic crash. Callers advised a vehicle struck a tree and fled the location on foot.

Officers arrived and located a grey pickup had struck a tree and began speaking with witnesses. Witnesses provided a description of the male driver and the direction of travel the male was seen running. Officers converged in the area and located the male at the 4900 block of Cain Drive. The male continued running from officers and was ultimately placed into custody for evading on foot at the 4900 block of Bonner Drive.

DWI officers assessed the driver, 31-year-old Jesus Gonzales, who showed signs of intoxication. Gonzales was additionally charged with driving while intoxicated.

Officers determined that Gonzales was traveling eastbound on the 4900 block of Highway 358, failed to maintain a single lane of travel and collided with the center concrete median on the highway. The driver lost control, the vehicle left the highway and crossed the access road, entered a private parking lot and struck a tree.

After being medically cleared at a local hospital, Gonzales was transported to the City Detention Center for booking.

On November 30, 2024, at about 2: 28 am officers were dispatched to the intersection of Starr St. and N. Chaparral St. in reference to a shooting.

As multiple officers arrived, they were directed to two shooting victims. The two victims were taken to a local hospital by EMS. It was determined a fight broke out between several parties. One male produced a weapon and fired recklessly into the crowd.

CCPD Investigators are seeking your help in identifying the males involved (pictured). One of the males left the scene in a white Dodge Ram truck.

 If you know or recognize the involved individuals, 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

Join Us for the Corpus Christi Police Career Seminar!

Are you ready to start a meaningful career in Law Enforcement or as a MetroCom Dispatcher, and make a real impact in your community? Don’t miss this opportunity!

When: Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at 6:00 PM

Where: Corpus Christi Police Department Training Center, 6902 Yorktown Blvd, Corpus Christi, Texas

Take the first step towards a rewarding future!

RSVP today by emailing ImeldaB@cctexas.com or call 361-826-2978.

If you cannot attend in person, please email ImeldaB@cctexas.com to join the Career Seminar via Zoom.

If you are interested in becoming a dispatcher for CCPD MetroCom, please contact Jessica Salinas at 361-886-2816 or email dispatchcareers@cctexas.com.

Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024

Time: 10:00 am (gates open at 8:00 am)

Location: 5485 Greenwood Dr. Corpus Christi Tx 78417

ON SITE AUCTION SALE AND LIVE ONLINE (WEBCAST)

REGISTRATION: visit https://siskauction.hibid.com/ to register and obtain further on-line auction instructions.

VIEWING: Friday, December 6, 2024, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Everyone must be registered and have a bidder number to enter the auction.

No purses or backpacks allowed in the auction area.

ABSOLUTELY no one under 18 allowed throughout the entire auction.  This includes viewing day, during the auction and while picking up auction vehicles.

105 Cars, Trucks, Trailer, and Motorcycles

On December 1, 2024, at about 10:39 pm, officers were dispatched to the 1500 block of Nile Dr. in reference to a crash. Officers were told a truck crashed into a building and fled the scene.

Officers arrived and contacted business employees who stated a truck suddenly rammed into the building. The truck reversed and left the location.

Officers located a license plate that was left behind, that belonged to the vehicle involved.

Officers went to a nearby residence less than two blocks away and located the involved truck and driver.

The driver was placed under arrest for Duty on Striking Structure/Fixture, Fail to Identify, and Resisting Arrest.

20-year-old Nathan Herrera was transported to the City Detention Center for booking. His truck was impounded.