Join us tomorrow, Tuesday, July 23, 2024, for Coffee with a Cop from 9:00-10:30am at the Starbucks at 3329 Leopard Street (Leopard/Nueces Bay).

Forensic Analysts with the University of North Texas Center for Human Identification (UNTCHI) have determined that the human remains found inside a City Wastewater Lift Station last month are most likely those of missing person Caleb Harris.

City workers conducting maintenance at the Perry Place wastewater lift station, located off the 5300 block of Lexington Road, discovered the remains inside awastewater collection well during the afternoon of MondayJune 24^th and immediately contacted the Police Department. 

The remains, which bore no obvious signs of homicide, were transported to the Nueces County Medical Examiner’s Office for examination.  Due to the advanced state of decomposition, the Medical Examiner’s Office was unable to make an identification, nor provide a manner or cause of death at that time.  The remains were then sent to the UNTCHI for DNA analysis, along with DNA samples from Harris’s parents. According to the Missing Persons DNA Report issued today by UNTCHI, the remains “are approximately 2.4 sextillion times more likely to be observed if the unidentified remains originated from a biological child of (Caleb Harris’s parents) rather than if the unidentified remains originated from an unrelated individual from the Caucasian population.”

Texas A&M Corpus Christi student Caleb Harris disappeared from his off-campus apartment in the foggy early morning hours of Monday March 4^th, 2024.  The CCPD organized an exhaustive search of hundreds of acres surrounding Harris’s apartment complex in the days and weeks following his disappearance. CCPD resources involved in the search included the Drone Team, Bike Team, Enduro Unit, 83^rd Police Academy Class, Search and Recovery Dive Team, and Directed Patrol Officers.  Additional resources included the Coast Guard, Texas Parks and Wildlife, Port of Corpus Christi Police Department Marine Unit, Texas Search and Rescue, student volunteers from Texas A&M CC, along with countless additional civilian volunteers.  

An investigative team consisting of Investigators from the Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division and Organized Crime Unit, the FBI, the United States Marshals Service, and the Texas Rangers was formed within days of Harris’s vanishing.  Over the course of the following months, investigators executed over 50 digital search warrants, submitted 82 preservation requests, and analyzed over 1500 GB of Data.  

The remains will be returned to the Nueces County Medical Examiner’s office, which will then issue the finalautopsy report.  

Although the remains have been identified as Caleb Harris, this investigation remains open.  If you have information regarding this investigation, please contact the Corpus Christi Police Department Criminal Investigation Division at (361) 826-2840 or you can submit an anonymous tip at Crime Stoppers 888-TIPS (888-8477).  

Operation Safe Return is this Saturday!

Operation Safe Return is Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 10am-2pm at the American Bank Center. OSR gives every child the opportunity to receive necessary school supplies, obtain valuable safety information, and ensure a healthy start to the upcoming school year. We look forward to seeing you there!

If you have any questions, please contact the Crime Reduction Unit at 361-886-2765.

Corpus Christi Police Foundation
purchases new Community Engagement Unit for
the Corpus Christi Police Department

What: Corpus Christi Police Foundation presents
Community Engagement Vehicle
When: Wednesday, July 17, 2024 @ 10:00 a.m.
Where: Corpus Christi Police Department, Police Unit Parking Lot

Corpus Christi, TX – July 17, 2024 – The Corpus Christi Police Foundation is proud to announce the purchase of a brand-new Community Engagement Vehicle for the Corpus Christi Police Department. This significant addition is made possible through the generous contributions of our community partners, who share our commitment to supporting the brave men and women of our police force.

This new Community Engagement Unit is a testament to our mission to enhance the safety and effectiveness of our police department. The funds raised by the Corpus Christi Police Foundation are dedicated to purchasing essential equipment, providing advanced training, and supporting educational initiatives. We aim to ensure our officers are well-equipped and well-prepared to serve and protect our community.

“The Community Engagement Vehicle will play a crucial role in continuing pursuit of fostering stronger relationships between the police department and the residents of Corpus Christi. It will serve as a mobile hub for community outreach, educational programs, and public safety initiatives, bringing the police and the community closer together, said Deputy Chief Chris White

“We are immensely grateful to our community partners for their unwavering support,” said Cissy Garcia, Executive Director of the Corpus Christi Police Foundation. “This new unit will not only enhance the capabilities of our police department but also strengthen the bond between our officers and the community they serve.”

The Corpus Christi Police Foundation remains dedicated to its mission of supporting the Corpus Christi Police Department and ensuring the safety and security of our community. We look forward to continuing our work in partnership with our community to provide the best possible resources for our police officers.

For more information about the Corpus Christi Police Foundation and how you can support our mission, please visit http://www.supportccdp.org or contact Cissy L. Garcia at 361-549-4179

Join us for Coffee with a Cop on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, from 9:00-10:30am at the Starbucks at 3329 Leopard Street (Leopard/Nueces Bay).

On Thursday, July 11, 2024, at 11:39am, officers were dispatched to the 800 block of Ayers Street in reference to a stabbing with injuries.

Officers arrived and located a 56-year-old male walking in the middle of the street, yelling at a 57-year-old male. The male was immediately detained. Officers found that the 57-year-old male had a stab wound and immediately provided medical aid until Medics arrived. Medics transported the victim to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Officer investigation found that the two males had a verbal argument on the sidewalk and the 56-year-old male, identified as Rolando Mendoza, displayed a knife and stabbed the victim. Mendoza was ultimately arrested for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and transported to the City Detention Center for booking.

Arrested:
Rolando Mendoza 7/24/1967

Update: 911 and non-emergency calls

We are aware of an AT&T network problem that may affect a customer’s ability to make and receive calls, including 911 calls. This AT&T outage is affecting numerous counties in Texas, including Nueces County.

AT&T technicians continue to work towards a resolution as quickly as possible.

Note: This outage is still affecting the ability for mobile carrier customers to contact 911 as well as the non-emergency line. AT&T has informed us that if you call 911 or the non-emergency line and are unable to get through, please continue trying to call as the interruption is intermittent and you should eventually get through.

Reminder to mark your calendars!

Operation Safe Return is Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 10am-2pm at the American Bank Center. OSR gives every child the opportunity to receive necessary school supplies, obtain valuable safety information, and ensure a healthy start to the upcoming school year. We look forward to seeing you there!

If you have any questions, please contact the Crime Reduction Unit at 361-886-2765.

On July 09, 2024, at about 3:57 am officers were dispatched to the 4900 block of Ayers St. in reference to a robbery in progress.

Officers arrived at the business and were advised by employees that two armed men wearing black clothing and masks entered the business and demanded money. The employees complied.

The suspects then left the location in a white SUV.

While officers were still on scene investigating the first robbery, at 4:45 am another robbery call came in at the 4100 block of IH 69 Access Rd. When officers arrived at that scene, they were given the description and it matched that of the first robbery. The suspects also brandished a weapon on the second robbery.

Officers were able to locate the white SUV leaving the area at a high rate of speed. Officers attempted to stop the fleeing vehicle on the highway. The SUV made no attempt to stop at that time.

The SUV was followed throughout several neighborhoods as it continued to evade officers.

The SUV ultimately arrived at the 900 block of Dabney St., where two males exited the vehicle and attempted to run away from officers. Officers were able to apprehend both males and take them into custody without further incident.

A weapon was located along with an undisclosed amount of money that was taken from both businesses. It was also learned during the investigation the vehicle used was stolen earlier in the evening.

Both males were arrested and charged with aggravated robbery, evading arrest w/ vehicle, evading arrest, resisting arrest, unlawful carrying of a weapon, burglary of a habitation, and unauthorized use of a motor vehicle (UUMV).

It was obvious the involved individuals had no regard for the safety of the public or anyone involved. Through combined efforts of the patrol officers to include the Gang Unit, they were able to successfully take these dangerous offenders into custody without any injuries.

We are aware of an AT&T network problem that may affect a customer’s ability to make and receive calls, including 911 calls. This AT&T outage is affecting numerous counties in Texas, including Nueces County.

AT&T technicians are working towards resolution as quickly as possible.

Note: This outage is still affecting the ability for mobile carrier customers to contact 911 as well as the non-emergency line. AT&T has informed us that if you call 911 or the non-emergency line and are unable to get through, please continue trying to call as the interruption is intermittent and you should eventually get through.