Charlie District, Criminal Investigations Division

Vehicle Disappears When Left Unattended At Gas Pumps With Keys And Unlocked Doors

  

Occurred Saturday, September 22, 2012 22:29, 4101 Ayers Street, Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle 1209220125

                The Corpus Christi Police Auto Theft Investigators would like help from the public to identify and locate the individuals responsible for the unauthorized use of a vehicle at the Stripes at Ayers St. and Horne Rd.

A 32-year-old man told police he parked his black 2004 GMC Yukon sport utility vehicle at the gas pumps at the Stripes located at 4101 Ayers Street Saturday night on September 22, 2012. The 32-year-old man said he left the keys on the driver’s seat and the doors unlocked when he entered the store. The 32-year-old man said his vehicle was gone when he walked out of the store.

The Yukon was last seen southbound on Ayers Street. The Yukon has tinted windows and a sunroof. Video surveillance from the store captured images of the person responsible for this crime.

Anyone interested to research reported criminal activity in Corpus Christi should view Crimereports.com for a host of information. If you can identify or locate the individual responsible for this crime, call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or submit an online tip at www.888TIPS.com. If the information leads to an arrest, it could earn you a cash reward.

Charlie District, Criminal Investigations Division

Police Seek Two Trade Center Burglars

    

Occurred Thursday, September 20, 2012, 3:14am, 2833 South Padre Island Drive, Burglary 1209200033

                The Corpus Christi Police Property Crimes Investigators would like help from the public to identify two men who broke into the Corpus Christi Trade Center and stole sound equipment.

Corpus Christi Police received a report of a burglary at the Corpus Christi Trade Center on Thursday, September 20, 2012, in which sound equipment was taken from the business while it was closed. Investigators discovered a hole in the roof and the sound system equipment missing from one of the booths in the Trade Center.

Investigators viewed surveillance video in which two men were seen taking the sound equipment at about 3:00am. One man wore a sleeveless shirt and shorts and black shoes. A second man wore a hoodie jacket, shorts, and white shoes.

Anyone interested to research reported criminal activity in Corpus Christi should view Crimereports.com for a host of information. If you can identify or locate the individuals responsible for this burglary, call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or submit an online tip at www.888TIPS.com. If the information leads to an arrest, it could earn you a cash reward.

Delta District

Man Pays Dearly for a Kiss

Occurred on 10/05/12, 01:24 am  Aggravated Assault w/a Deadly Weapon  733 Landsdown  Drive  1210050010

A 30-year-old man was stabbed in the abdomen during a fight involving several subjects.  Police were called to 733 Lansdown for a fight.  Upon their arrival, Officers found several individuals in front of the residence.

The victim told Officers he was at a local amphitheater when he was involved in a fight with Ruben Salazar’s (05/13/59) son.  The animosity stemmed from the victim kissing Salazar son’s “baby mama.”  Both men agreed to meet at the Lansdown residence to resolve the situation.  Once there, he was met by the Salazar and his 26-year-old son.   The two younger men tried to work things out, but a “fist fight” ensued between the three men.

The Officers were told by the victim, he’d been punched a couple of times, but was not seriously injured.  During their conversation, an Officer noticed a blood stain growing on the victim’s abdomen and asked him to pull his shirt up.  It was then that Officers observed a couple of stab wounds and called for an ambulance. He was taken to Spohn Memorial by CCFD Emergency Personnel with non-life threatening injuries.

Further investigation revealed, Salazar had stabbed the victim during the fight.  Salazar was arrested and charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon which is punishable by up to 20 years in prison and a $10,000 fine.

Delta District

Animal Control Welcomes New Vet, Sets Record for Adoptions in September

The Corpus Christi Animal Shelter set an all time record for adoptions during the month of September, 2012, finding new homes for 108 deserving dogs and cats.  According to department officials it is the first time the shelter has exceeded the century mark for adoptions, and continues a steady increase of adoptions during recent months.

The increased number of adoptions can be attributed to several factors, according to Animal Care and Control Division staff.  In July, the Shelter remodeled and expanded the Adoption Kennel Area from 26 to 58 kennels.  Besides adding additional kennel space for adoptions, the remodeling allowed the public to tour the adoption kennels unescorted by Animal Shelter staff.  People Assisting Animal Control (PAAC) donated two dog runs, allowing customers a safe place to get acquainted with their prospective new pets.  On September 15th, PAAC sponsored the first ever “free adoption” event at the Shelter, where PAAC paid the city adoption fees for all dogs and cats adopted during a two-hour period.  56 dogs and cats were adopted on that day alone.

Perhaps the most significant factor contributing to the increase in adoptions was the hiring of Interim Veterinarian Dr. Melissa Draper DVM in early August.  Dr. Draper has an impressive resume in shelter medicine and comes to Corpus Christi after serving as the Medical Director for the Louisiana SPCA in New Orleans.  Prior to that, Dr. Draper served as the Chief Veterinarian for the City of San Antonio Animal Care Services and the Chief Veterinarian for the Animal Defense League in San Antonio.  Dr. Draper earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Animal Science at Louisiana Tech University and her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree from Louisiana State University.  Dr. Draper has already implemented numerous improvements to the standard operating procedures at the Animal Shelter, and has worked tirelessly to provide vaccinations and spay/neutering services to enable the Shelter to increase adoptions.  With her invaluable assistance, the Animal Care and Control Division hopes to continue the steady increase in adoptions and improve services to the community.

Animal Care and Control Services Adoptions 2012
Charlie District, Patrol Division, Traffic Safety Division

Man Causes Two Vehicle Crashes On SPID Then Arrested For DWI

Occurred Wednesday, October, 3, 2012, 21:50, 4400 Kostoryz, Evading Arrest in a vehicle 1210030149, 1210030153

                A 31-year-old man caused two vehicle crashes on South Padre Island Drive Wednesday night and then was arrested for driving while intoxicated.

A Corpus Christi Police Officer and his partner were approached in the parking lot of the HEB on Kostroyz at 9:50pm Wednesday night by a man who complained that a green Ford drove recklessly. The officers saw a green 2001 Ford F-150 pickup travel at a high rate of speed. The officers initiated a traffic stop; but, the pickup accelerated away from the officers to travel south on Kostroyz to the freeway.

The pickup went through several red lights until the pickup struck a maroon 2007 Chevrolet Malibu in the intersection of Kostoryz and South Padre Island Drive. The pickup drove away from the crash. Patrol officers discontinued the chase and turned their attention to the 41-year-old woman in the Malibu. The woman was not taken to the hospital for injuries and was able to drive her car away.

The pickup drove east on South Padre Island Drive to Carroll Lane where the truck struck a blue 2001 Chevy Malibu. The impact caused the truck to roll and then strike two parked cars at 3615 South Padre Island Drive. The 21-year-old man who drove the blue Malibu, his 18-year-old woman passenger, and 2-year-old boy passenger were all not injured in the crash.

The operator of the truck, 31-year-old Matthew Grier (11/25/1980) ran from the scene of the second crash but was quickly apprehended by Corpus Christi Police. Grier was arrested for evading arrest in a vehicle and for a 3rd Driving While Intoxicated charge. Corpus Christi Police are investigating a charge of Fail to stop and render aid against Grier for the crash at Kostoryz and S.P.I.D.

Bravo District

Report of Shooting Proves False, Two Jailed for P.I.

Eric Justin Perez
David Matthew Navarro

Occurred on 10/03/12, 10:50pm   Possession of Marijuana/PI    2000 Airline      1210030155/1210030157

Police responded to the area of Airline and Holly for a shooting call in which a man had been shot in the alleyway.  Upon their arrival, Officers discovered two men walking away from the area, but did not find a gunshot victim.  Both men  appeared to be intoxicated when contacted by Officers.  One of the men told Officers he was shot at by someone in a Mustang GT, but he was unable to provide any additional information.

David Mathew Navarro (06/18/86) and Eric Justin Perez (02/09/80) were both arrested and charged with Public Intoxication.  Perez was additionally charged with Possession of Marijuana when a small amount was found in his property.

Charlie District, Gang Unit, Patrol Division

30 Year Old Man Arrested For Shooting At IHOP

Occurred Thursday, October 04, 2012, 2:26am, 5202 South Padre Island Drive, Aggravated Assault 1210040011

               Two men suffered by gunshot wounds Thursday morning at the parking lot of the IHOP located at 5202 South Padre Island Drive.

A 32-year-old man and a 21-year-old man arrived in the parking lot of the IHOP at about 2:25am on Thursday morning when two vehicles stopped behind their parked vehicle. A man said something to the 32-year-old man then presented a pistol and discharged the firearm.

The 32-year-old man and the 21-year-old man were both injured by the gunfire and were taken to the hospital by ambulance. One of the victims told Corpus Christi Police who was responsible for the attack. Corpus Christi Police went to a suspect’s house on the 900 block of Shiels and located the suspect.

Corpus Christi Police brought several people in for questioning in relation to this aggravated assault and do not currently have any other suspect at large. 30-year-old Juan Duenes (11/14/1981) was arrested for this aggravated assault which is a 2nd degree felony punishable by up to 20 years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine. Investigators said they believe the assault is gang related.

Both the 32-year-old man and the 21-year-old man are expected to recover from their injuries.

Adam District

Cricket Employee Stall Tactics Help Catch Wanted Subject

David Clark Yeomen

Occurred on 10/02/12 11:53 am  Credit Card Abuse  11101 Leopard  1210020077

Police were called to The Cricket Store for a credit card abuse in progress with a female employee trying to stall the “customer” till Officers arrived.  Upon their arrivals, Officers observed the green Chevrolet Suburban driving away from the parking lot and pulled it over.  In the SUV was David Clark Yeomen (09/01/86) along with two other women.

Further investigation revealed Yeomen attempted to purchase a cellular phone and accessories, but his credit card was declined.  The employee told Officers, Yeomen requested the transaction be handled offline or he be allowed the use of the credit card machine.  The employees had been warned by management of a similar incident in which money had been stolen utilizing the offline process. Yeomen’s request was denied and police called.

Yeomen was arrested and charged with Credit Card or Debit Card Abuse and an outstanding Nueces County warrant for Larceny.  The two women were not charged and released.

 

 

Bravo District, Narcotics/Vice Division, Patrol Division

Crime Stopper’s Tip Leads to Arrest of Three Men, Seizure of Drugs and Money

Abel Salazar
Eluid Esquivel
David Moreno

Occurred on 10/02/12, 9:50 pm  Possession of a Controlled Substance   2222 Capitan Drive 1210020122

Investigators with the Corpus Christi Police Department Narcotics and Vice Investigations Division were following up on a Crime Stoppers tip reporting the sale of drugs from an apartment 2222 Capitan Drive.  While conducting surveillance, Officers pulled over a vehicle leaving the residence for a traffic violation.  A search of the vehicle was conducted with the assistance of K-9 Unit Officer L.  Priess and his partner “Kimbo” who alerted to 11 lbs. of Marijuana in the vehicle.

Abel Salazar (12/12/47) was arrested and charged with Possession of Marijuana, which is a 3rd degree felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison and  fined up to $10,000.  1210020111

N.V.I.D. investigators contacted David Moreno (09/15/73) at 2222 Capitan Drive and viewed a usable amount of marijuana, while speaking with  him.  Investigators “froze the scene” while a search warrant was obtained.

Eliud Esquivel (11/27/81) arrived at the residence, while officers were waiting for the search warrant to be completed.  Further investigation revealed, Esquivel was the owner of the drugs inside the home.   Approximately 9 lbs. of Marijuana and 8.34 grams of Cocaine were seized along with $14,520 in cash.

Moreno and Esquivel were both arrested and booked at the City Detention Center.  Moreno was charged with Possession of Marijuana, a Class “B” Misdemeanor punishable by 180 days in jail and a $2,000 fine.  Esquivel was charged with Possession of Marijuana, a 3rd degree felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine along with Possession of a Controlled Substance, a 2nd degree felony punishable by up to 20 years in prison and a $10,00 fine.

The 20 lbs. of Marijuana has a street value of $10,000, while the Cocaine is valued $450.  David Cook, the Narcotics and Vice Division Captain has issued a warning to the drug dealers in our community, “If you are dealing dope in Corpus Christi, you will eventually find us knocking on your door.”

Community Outreach

Police Host 29th Annual National Night Out

Corpus Christi Police Chief Floyd Simpson invites children to look through the new Corpus Christi Police museum

The 29th annual National Night Out produced 92 events throughout Corpus Christi on the night of October 2, 2012 for the purpose to reduce crime, reduce the fear of crime, and enhance public safety. The kickoff event in Corpus Christi was held at the HEB on Kostoryz where the Corpus Christi Police debuted the Corpus Christi Police mobile museum.

The Corpus Christi Police Forensics Division was at several locations to host the Prints for Life Program. The Forensics Lab Technicians provided 305 parents with documents that contained fingerprints of their child. There were 58 children printed at the HEB kickoff event, 90 children printed at Casa De Manana, and 157 children printed at Garcia Elementary. The Forensics Services Supervisor John Hornsby said, “I believe that the contact with the community and the positive impact we make on these children will extend well past National Night Out or any other single event.”

 

Corpus Christi Police Chief Floyd Simpson addresses the crowd for the National Night Out kick-off event at the HEB on Kostoryz as the Moody Trojan Cheerleaders are ready to perform
The Moody NJROTC presented the colors at the National Night Out kick-off event at the HEB on Kostoryz.
Corpus Christi Police Crime Prevention Advisor Brenda Moreno (left) speaks to a family at the National Night Out.
Families visit at a National Night Out event on Indiana Street

 

 

 

 

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