Delta District, Patrol Division

Two Men Ejected From Club Return To Destroy Vehicles

Occurred Thursday, July 19, 2012, 1:28am, 3601 Morgan Avenue, Criminal Mischief and Deadly Conduct, 1207190018

Corpus Christi Police are seeking two men that broke several car windows and shot several cars with a firearm after they were kicked out of a local nightclub.

Several men attempted to sell jewelry in the parking lot of the business when a fight happened. The employees of the business told the men to leave and not return. Two of the men returned, one with a crow bar, and the other with a pistol.

The man with the crowbar broke the windows to three cars in the parking lot. The man with the pistol shot the same cars with the broken windows.

A woman exited the business and the man with the pistol pointed the firearm in her direction. The woman went back into the building and was not harmed.

The man with the pistol was described as a Hispanic male, 5 ft. 10 in., about 180 pounds, in his 20’s in age that wore a blue and white striped polo shirt, shorts and white tennis shoes. The man with the pistol also has a red lip tattoo on his neck.

The man with the crowbar was described as a Hispanic male also in his twenties in age, 5 ft. 8 in., 180 pounds, and wore a black shirt, white shorts, and white shoes.

The two men got into a gold car to leave the area. No injuries were reported and the property damage is estimated to be $3,000.

Corpus Christi Police collected evidence from the scene. Anyone with additional information about this crime should 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 the tipster a cash reward.

Delta District

Sister’s Dispute At Funeral Leads to Brother’s Assault

Occurred on 7/18/12, 7:37 pm  Assault  714 Lily  1207180137 

Officers arrived to find the 37-year-old victim shouting in the front of his home.  The victim who had several scratches to both sides of his face told Police he had been assaulted inside his home.  He reported a male and a female walked into his apartment looking for a female who assaulted their sister. 

The victim asked the brother and sister duo to leave and began to push them out of his home.  It was then the pair began assaulting the victim punching him in the face, while the female scratched his face.  A dispute at a funeral prompted the victim’s assault.

The suspects left in a red Ford Expedition westbound on Leopard Street.  The male is described as a bald Hispanic male, 20 to 30 years of age, 5’3” feet tall, and weighing 200 to 225 lbs.  He has a tattoo of “Corpitos” on his chest.  The female is described as a heavyset Hispanic female, 20 to 30 years of age, 5’6” feet tall and weighing 200 to 230 lbs. 

Anyone with any information on this crime is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or logon online at www.888-TIPS.  Tipsters will receive a cash reward if the suspects are arrested.

Bravo District

Two Arrested in “Auto Burglary Rampage”

David Lee Rangel
Jerry Contreras

Occurred on 7/19/12, 3:07am  Burglary of a Motor Vehicle  5702 Tangle Wood   12-07190033, 12-07190034, 12-007190035, 12-07190036  

Two men were arrested for multiple counts of auto burglary after Officers responded to 5702 Tanglewood for a disturbance.  Upon their arrival Officers were told Jerry Contreras (10/16/84) had taken the victim’s vehicle without her permission. An argument ensued when he returned the car accompanied by David Rangel (03/10/88) and police were called. Both the men were supposed to have stayed home and watch the kids while she along with Rangel’s girlfriend went out.

The owner of the silver Charger told Police her car was loaded with property which she removed and placed against the house.  Both the men walked away from the complainant’s home and Officers began searching for them in the neighborhood. 

Further investigation revealed the men had been involved in several auto burglaries in the Alvin, Brett, and Crest Valley area.  Officers returned to the home and found the two men hiding in the backyard’s high grass.   

Both men were arrested and booked at the City Detention Center.  Contreras was charged with five counts of Burglary of a Vehicle, while Rangel was charged with four counts of Burglary of a Vehicle.  The crime is a Class “A” Misdemeanor and is punishable by up to a year in jail and a $4,000 fine. 

The stolen property consisted of a backpack, softball glove, anatomy text books, cell phone, purses, radar detectors, and a keyboard.  Officers recovered the stolen property and returned it to the victims.  There were several items Officers believe belong to other victims in targeted area.  If your vehicle was burglarized in this area last night, please call the Criminal Investigation Division. at 3661-886-2841.

 

Adam District, Patrol Division

Computer Equipment Stolen Overnight From Business

Occurred Wednesday, July 18, 2012, 9:30am, Burglary of a Building, 3715 Leopard St. 1207180043

Corpus Christi police are investigating a burglary in which computer equipment was taken from a business.

Police investigators believe a person moved tires to the side of the building to climb and gain access the roof of the business. The person then removed sections of the roof to access the interior of the building.

Employees told police the interior of the business was ransacked and computer equipment valued at $650 was taken.

Police Forensics Lab Technicians gathered evidence at the scene. Anyone with additional information about this crime should call Crimes Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or submit an online tip at www.888TIPS.com. If the information leads to an arrest, it could earn the caller a cash reward.

Adam District, Community Outreach

Join Us for “Operation Safe Return”

The Corpus Christi Police Department and Parks and Recreation Department would like the parents and children in the areas of West Oso, Tuloso-Midway, and Calallen School Districts to join us in the 1st Annual “Operation Safe Return.”  This event will provide safety information, health information, and various services free of charge.  Commander A. Frese has announced a second “Operation Safe Return” will be scheduled in August 2012 for Corpus Christi Independent School Department and Flour Bluff schools.

Visit with our SWAT Team, Gang Unit, Crime Stoppers, Crime Prevention Advisor, and Crime Victim’s Advocates for safety information on Anti Bullying and Gang Information Prevention.  We will also be offering “Prints for Life.”

The Nueces County Health Department will provide immunizations for a $10 fee.  Dr. Daniel Roberts, the Police Department’s SWAT Team Medic will be offering free Back to School physicals.  Wal-Mart Optometrist Dr. Casey Ryan will be offering coupons for eye exams.

Mike Shaw Toyota has donated free school supplies which will be handed to participants while they last.  The Corpus Christi Police Athletic League has also donated 5 bicycles which will be given away during the event. 

Children must be accompanied by an adult and once participants have visited designated information booths they will be allowed free admittance to West Guth Park pool.  Please see the flyer for additional information.

Bravo District

One Arrested After Night Out with the Guys

Andres Campos

Occurred on 7/18/12, 1:19 am  Disorderly Conduct   6425 SPID   1207180008 

An Officer traveling East on SH 358 observed a fight in the parking lot of Club Cheetah.  The Officer turned around and upon his arrival he found one man being held down by a heavyset man. 

Further investigation revealed the man being held down, Andres Campos (06/27/85) was intoxicated and in the mood to fight everyone inside the bar.  Campos began a fight with his friend causing the bouncer and security guard to become involved. 

Campos sustained minor injuries during the scuffle and was treated by CCFD Emergency Personnel.  He was arrested and taken to the City Detention Center.  Campos continued to be combative attempting to punch the arresting officer while he was being booked. 

Campos was charged with Public Intoxication and Disorderly Conduct.

Adam District, Criminal Investigations Division

Woman Embezzles Money from 70-Year-Old Employer

Occurred on 7/17/12, 6:35 pm  Wanted Subject     11905 Black Peak Dr.  1207170133 

Officer E. Najar was looking for wanted subject Perla Ibarra aka Perla Cavazos(09/14/78) when he found her in her front yard.  A warrant was issued for Ibarra after she was accused of embezzling in excess of $84,000 from a previous employer. 

Financial Crimes Detective L. Mathews obtained a warrant on for Ibarra on July 16, 2012.  Ibarra was arrested and charged with the outstanding warrant for Theft by Embezzlement~Enhanced Elderly Victim.  Her bond was set at 20,000.

Charlie District, Criminal Investigations Division

Shoplifter Sought By Police

      

Occurred Tuesday, July 10, 2012, 20:45, 5488 S. Padre Island Drive, Theft 1207115001

Corpus Christi Police Property Crimes Investigators want help from the public to identify and locate a shoplifter.

Corpus Christi Police are investigating several thefts from department stores in which the same man has been responsible to take several hundred dollars worth of clothes without paying for the merchandise.

The man sought by police went to the Macy’s on July 10 and grabbed 8 pairs of Miss Me Pants valued at $800 and ran out of the store without paying for the pants. Macy’s employees provided video images to police to aid the investigation.

The man is described as a Hispanic male, about 6 feet tall that wore a powder blue baseball cap, a blue and white striped long sleeve shirt, white basketball shorts and white basketball shoes.

Anyone with information about this crime should 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 the caller a cash reward.

Criminal Investigations Division

Missing Disabled Woman Returns Home

Occurred on 7/17/12, 7:27 am  Returned Missing Person   1502 Morgan Street   1207140064

Corpus Christi Police search for a missing 23-year-old disabled woman, Brittany Gonzales has ended.  Gonzales who was reported missing on 7/15/12 returned voluntarily.  We would like to thank the community and the media outlets in our area for their assistance in trying to locate Gonzales.

Further investigation revealed Gonzales left of her own free will and also returned voluntarily.  Gonzales who was uninjured was taken to Doctor’s Regional Hospital by CCFD Emergency Personnel for medical evaluation.

Detective R.L. Garcia will continue with his investigation, but no criminal charges are expected to be filed in the case.

Delta District, Patrol Division

Intoxicated Woman Arrested While Her 2 Month Old Alone At Home

Occurred Monday, July 16, 2012, 23:51 Child Abandonment, Public Intoxication, 2400 Kingsolving Court Resist Arrest 1207170001

A 21-year-old woman was arrested for public intoxication while her 2 month old child was unattended in a nearby apartment.

Corpus Christi Police responded to a disturbance call in which a woman stood in the intersection of 22nd Street and Ruth Street, held a beer and yelled a person. The woman, 21-year-old Sophia Pichardo (12/20/1990), told police she lived on a county road and did not provide an actual address for her place of residence.

Pichardo displayed indications that she was strongly intoxicated and was a danger to herself or others if she were left alone. Pichardo was arrested for public intoxication.

Pichardo was placed in the back seat of the patrol car and Pichardo then told police officers her 2 moth old child was alone in an apartment at the 2400 block of Kingsolving Court. Police Patrol Officers investigated the apartment and discovered an unattended 2 month old child.

Child Protective Services was called to the scene to investigate and provide safe placement of the child.

Pichardo was arrested for public intoxication, a Class C misdemeanor punishable by up to a $500 fine. Pichardo was additionally charged with Abandoning a Child, a 2nd degree felony punishable by up to 20 years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine.

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