Bravo District, Charlie District, Community Outreach

Latest Information on Child Abduction

Occurred Thursday, December 27, 2012, 19:23, 7000 Braesvalley Drive, Aggravated Kidnapping, 1212270117

An 11 year old girl was abducted at aprox: 7:20pm on Braesvalley Drive. She was riding her bicycle and a 13 year old boy was walking a dog beside her.  A vehicle pulled up beside the girl. The suspect vehicle may be a red, blueish or maroon SUV or van, possibly an older Suburban. The vehicle was reported to have a “loud muffler”. There were a total of three males in the suspect vehicle. All suspects are described as white males in their early to mid 20’s with short hair.

The suspect who grabbed the victim is described as having a red “letterman” jacket with white sleeves and some sort of patch or emblem on the chest. This subject may have sustained a dog bite when the pet dog lunged at the kidnapper. The suspect was able to force the victim into the vehicle and it was last seen traveling northbound on Braesvalley Drive.

While inside the suspect vehicle, the victim heard the kidnappers refer to one another as, Jacob, Sawyer and Lee.

At approximately 8:30pm the kidnappers released the girl on the beach. She walked to the area of Seapines and Park Road 22, where she was able to flag down a motorist for help.  After being taken to Driscoll Children’s Hospital, the girl was released to her family.

The Corpus Christi Police Department asks that anyone who may have any additional information about this crime to contact the Corpus Christi Police Detectives at 886-2841. Information may be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or online at www.888TIPS.com.

Bravo District, Patrol Division

17 Year Old Woman Injured By Friends Gunshot

Occurred Thursday, December 27, 2012, 22:50, 8400 Rodd Field, Discharge of a Firearm Inside a Municipality at night, 1212270138

               A 17-year-old woman suffered a gunshot to the leg Thursday night when her friends discharged a firearm at the Oso Creek Park.

Corpus Christi Police were called to Spohn South Hospital at 10:50pm to investigate a crime after a 17-year-old woman was brought in for treatment for a gunshot wound. The 17-year-old woman and her friends told investigating officers that the friends shot cups at Oso Creek Park and the 17-year-old woman was accidentally injured.

An 18 year old woman drove the 17-year-old woman to the hospital. The investigating officers identified others in the group as a 19-year-old man, a 17-year-old woman other than the injured woman, and a 17-year-old man who owned the Ruger .22 Model 10/22 rifle.

The rifle was collected by police while the investigation continues.

Corpus Christi Police want to remind the public of four safety rules when operating firearms: 1. Treat all firearms as if they are loaded; 2. Never point at anything you’re not willing to destroy; 3. Keep everything off the trigger until on target; 4. Be sure of the target and what is beyond the target.

Discharging a firearm inside the city limits is very dangerous and Police urge everyone not to discharge firearms in the air in a celebratory manner for New Year’s. The violation is a Class A Misdemeanor punishable by up to a year in jail and up to a $4,000 fine if no one is injured. When the bullet returns to the ground, the projectile may strike a person and is capable of causing serious injury or death. Celebrate responsibly and leave the firearms in a safe place.

Charlie District, Patrol Division

Police Investigate Kidnapping on Braesvally Drive

Occurred Thursday, December 27, 2012, 19:23, 7000 Braesvalley Drive, Aggravated Kidnapping, 1212270117

                An 11 year old girl was taken by force from the 7000 block of Braesvalley Drive Thursday evening and was returned to her family about an hour and a half later.

An 11 year old girl rode her bicycle on the 7000 block of Braesvalley Drive with a 13-year-old boy who walked his dog at about 7:20pm. A red 4 door sport utility vehicle drove up to the 11-year-old girl. A man got out of the passenger side of the S.U.V. and grabbed the 11-year-old girl and then the man forced the girl into the S.U.V. The 13-year-old boy released his dog and the dog attacked the man in the S.U.V.

The S.U.V. then left the area with the 11-year-old girl. The man who got out of the passenger side of the S.U.V. is described as a white man, about 20 years old, and he wore a red letterman jacket with a white circle on the chest.

The 11-year-old girl was found by Corpus Christi Police at about 9:00pm on Padre Island. The suspects responsible for this crime were not located. The girl had no apparent injury but was immediately taken to Driscoll Children’s Hospital for an evaluation.

Corpus Christi Police believe at least two people were responsible for this crime and ask anyone with any additional information to contact the Corpus Christi Police Detectives at 886-2841. Information may be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or online at www.888TIPS.com.

Delta District, Traffic Safety Division

Two Injured In Single Vehicle Crash on Cross-town Expressway

Occurred Thursday, December 27, 2012, 11:57am, 3300 State Highway 286, Major Crash C1209784

                Two people were injured in a single vehicle crash Thursday at noon on the 3300 block of the Cross-town Expressway.

A white 2010 Toyota Corolla was driven by a 21-year-old woman at noon Thursday on the Cross-town Expressway near Port Avenue. The Corolla traveled north toward downtown on wet roads and left the roadway to the right and struck a palm tree.

The 21-year-old woman driver and the 21-year-old man passenger had minor injuries and were not taken to the hospital. The two children in the back seat of the Corolla were not injured in the crash.

The Corolla was towed away due to damage and the 21-year-old woman was issued a citation for failure to control speed. No other vehicles or people were involved in the crash.

Community Outreach

Christmas Tree Recycling Jan 5&12, 2013

The City of Corpus Christi Solid Waste Operations Department and Clean City Committee advise citizens from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, January 5, 2013 and on Saturday, January 12, 2013, there will be an opportunity to recycle Christmas trees at eight convenient locations.  The collection sites will be staffed by volunteers who will help unload their trees.  In return, those dropping off trees will receive a free Desert Willow or Afghan Pine Seedling.  Only clean, non-flocked (fake snow) Christmas trees with no decorations will be accepted.

The following locations will be accepting Christmas trees from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, January 5th:

  • Wal-Mart – Greenwood and S.P.I.D.
  • Wal-Mart – Highway 77 and FM 624
  • Wal-Mart – 4109 S. Staples at Carmel Parkway

The following locations will be accepting Christmas trees from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, January 12th:

  • Padre Island Property Owners Association – 14015 Fortuna Bay Drive
  • Flour Bluff High School – 2505 Waldron Road (High School Gymnasium parking lot)
  • Wal-Mart – Flour Bluff Drive and S.P.I.D.
  • Wal-Mart – 6101 Saratoga at Cimarron

Citizens not participating in this effort may set out trees during their regularly scheduled brush collection days.  For set out dates, please refer to the 2013 Solid Waste Services Customer Guide or check online at www.cctexas.com/solidwasteservices.   Residents can also bring trees to the Collection Center at 7001 Ayers Street for free disposal from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Beginning mid February 2013, residents may visit the Citizens Collection Center to collect freshly ground Christmas tree mulch. Volunteers are needed to help unload trees at all locations. Community service hours are available through Mayor Martinez’s office.

For more information, please contact Angela Gonzalez, Clean City Coordinator at (361) 826-3673.

Adam District, Patrol Division, Traffic Safety Division

Vehicle Crash Disrupts Traffic on IH 37 at Navigation Blvd

Occurred Wednesday, December 26, 2012, 12:53pm, 5100 IH 37 Freeway Northbound, Major Crash C1209765

The northbound lanes of the Interstate Highway 37 near Navigation were reduced for about half an hour Wednesday afternoon as emergency crews worked a single vehicle crash in which Police discovered a felon in possession of a firearm.

Corpus Christi Police and Fire crews responded to a single vehicle crash on the freeway of the Interstate Highway 37 near Navigation Boulevard at 12:50pm. A gray 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis was operated by a 32-year-old man on the 5100 block of Interstate Highway 37. The 32-year-old man lost control of the Grand Marquis and struck the center concrete divider. The impact broke the left rear wheel off of the car and the Grand Marquis travelled across the highway and struck a steel barrier.

The 32-year-old operator was taken to the hospital by ambulance with non-incapacitating injuries.  The 42-year-old woman passenger was not injured.

Corpus Christi Police Crash Investigators consider speed to have been a contributing factor for the crash.  Police Officers discovered the 32-year-old man has a history of a conviction for a felony offense. Police Officers discovered a firearm with the 32-year-old man which prompted an investigation for any violation of a felon in possession of a firearm.

No citations were issued and no other vehicles or people were involved in the crash. The roadway was reopened to normal use at 1:30pm.

Bravo District, Patrol Division

Police Take Two Juveniles Into Custody For Burglary at Elementary School

Occurred Sunday, December 23, 2012, 21:22, 6121 Durant Drive, Burglary of a building, 1212230129

Corpus Christi Police took an 11-year-old boy and a 12-year-old boy into custody for burglary after they were found inside Blanche Moore Elementary School stealing supplies on Sunday night.

The Corpus Christi Police Patrol Officers were called to investigate an alarm at Blanche Moore Elementary School at 9:20pm. The responding officers saw a light on inside one of the classrooms and saw two juvenile boys inside the classroom looking through a cabinet.

One boy, who is 11 years old, was apprehended as he exited the school building. Police Officers then entered the building to apprehend the second boy who is 12 years old.

The boys were found with markers and notepads taken from the school supply inventory which amounted to $51 in value. The investigating officers found that a window had been left unlocked which was the point of entry for the two boys. There was no noted damage to the school.

The property was returned to the school, the officers locked the school, and the two juveniles were delivered to the Nueces County Juvenile Detention Center for Burglary of a Building, a state jail felony offense.

Charlie District, Patrol Division, Traffic Safety Division

Police Investigate Traffic Crash on Snowgoose & Believe Alcohol As A Factor

Occurred Wednesday, December 26, 2012, 2:18am, 5200 Snowgoose Road, Driving While Intoxicated, 1212260009

                Corpus Christi Police believe alcohol was a contributing factor to a crash in which a Camaro struck a brick fence and then damaged two other vehicles on the 5200 block of Snowgoose Road Wednesday morning.

A 23-year-old man drove a black 2012 Chevrolet Camaro at a high rate of speed on the 5200 block of Snowgoose Road at about 2:00am on Wednesday morning. The Camaro failed to negotiate a turn in the road and then struck a brick fence, and then struck a parked blue 1998 Mercury sedan in the driveway of a residence.

Bricks from the fence were thrown and damaged a silver 2005 Chevrolet Silverado pickup parked in the driveway of a second residence. There was also damage done to a house and the property owner estimated the damage at $32,000.

The 23-year-old man who drove the Camaro ran from the crash scene, but was later apprehended by Corpus Christi Police. The 23-year-old man was taken to the hospital and released for medical treatment. Corpus Christi Police crash investigators believe alcohol was a contributing factor to the crash and continue to investigate.

Corpus Christi Police made 28 arrests for impaired driving between December 21, and December 26, 2012. There were 19 arrests for Driving While Intoxicated; 2 arrests for D.W.I. with one previous conviction; 2 arrests for D.W.I. with two or more previous convictions; 2 arrests for D.W.I. with an open alcoholic beverage container in the vehicle; 2 arrests for D.W.I. with a blood alcohol concentration over .15; and 1 arrest for Driving Under the Influence (the driver was under the age of 21).

The Corpus Christi Police Department wants everyone to drive safely and designate a driver if they choose to drink alcoholic beverages. Corpus Christi Police will continue strict enforcement throughout the New Year’s Holiday.

Traffic Safety Division

Road Work Will Affect Traffic On Airline Road

The City of Corpus Christi Traffic Engineering office advises residents that beginning December 27, 2012, city contractors will close Airline road between Wall Street to Rodd Field.  In addition, eastbound traffic on Lipes Boulevard and Slough Road will be closed between Giants Drive and Rodd Field Road.

Eastbound Lipes Boulevard traffic will be detoured north onto Giants Drive, and eastbound Wall Street traffic will be detoured northbound onto Airline Road.

Traffic control devices will guide motorists through the construction site.  While the work is underway, motorists should expect delays and are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid the area if possible.  Motorists are also advised to observe all construction warning signs and barricades for their safety and that of construction crews.   Access to local driveways will be maintained throughout the duration of the project.

For more information, please contact Traffic Engineering at 826-3547.

Community Outreach

Police Deliver Food From Private Donor to Families In Need

The group of volunteers stand in front of the donated food before riding with Corpus Christi Police to Donate the food to families in need
The group of volunteers stand in front of the donated food before riding with Corpus Christi Police to Donate the food to families in need

The Corpus Christi Police Department delivered food provided by a private donor to families in need on Christmas Eve.

A private Donor arranged for food and other gifts to be delivered to families. Corpus Christi Police patrol officers identified families in need who would benefit from the donations.

The officers made a list of 135 families that would benefit from the donation and then arranged for volunteers to help deliver the food. The police officers and the volunteers gathered at the HEB at Robert and Alameda on Christmas Eve morning and set out to deliver the donations. The officers divided the volunteers into 10 groups and delivered the donated food and gifts throughout the city.

Corpus Christi Police Officer Javier Cantu said this is a great example of the patrol officers engaged in the community and understanding the needs of the individuals they serve. The private donor, who wished to remain anonymous, is greatly thanked by the Corpus Christi Police Department for their generosity and selfless spirit to improve the community in which we live.

 

Corpus Christi Police Daily Blotter