CCPD Narcotics & Vice Investigations Division (NVID) Detectives served multiple search warrants on Friday August 4th, concluding a years-long investigation into illegal drug trafficking on the city’s south side. During the operation, Detectives conducted searches of storage units located on the 3200 block of Rodd Field Road and the 6600 block of Yorktown Blvd., along with a residence on the 4000 block of Stadium Drive.

As a result of the searches NVID investigators seized approximately fifteen pounds of hydroponic marijuana, approximately one pound of THC resin, three firearms, and approximately $1,200,000 in cash that Detectives believe are proceeds from drug dealing.

Arrested during the complex and well-coordinated operation were Adam Estes age 27 and Sujie Chang, age 29. Both face felony charges of manufacturing and delivery of a controlled substance, a first-degree felony punishable by from five to ninety-nine years in prison, along with possession of marijuana between five and fifty pounds, a third-degree felony punishable by up to ten years in prison. The money seizure is one of the largest ever in the history of the NVID and is indicative of a large-scale illegal drug distribution operation. Detectives continue to investigate; additional arrests, charges and seizures are possible.

On August 8, 2023, at 2:55 PM Kleberg County Sheriff’s Office units located a vehicle matching that of recently missing Phillip Loveday off county road 2444 in Nueces County, Texas. Multiple agencies have responded to the scene.

A body was located inside of the vehicle. At this time we are waiting on the findings from the medical examiner’s office to complete their investigation. This is still an active investigation.

As a follow-up to the officer involved shooting that occurred on July 30, 2023, the following information has been made available for release. 

The second offender has been processed by our City Detention Center; thus, we are able to release the identity and charges of the offender involved.   

27-year-old Joshua Deleon was medically cleared and was transported to the City Detention Center on August 7, 2023.  Deleon has been charged with one count of Attempted Capital Murder and one count of Murder.  

This is still an active investigation and updates will follow as they are made available for release.

For more information related to this incident: 

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Operation Safe Return is tomorrow, Saturday, August 5, 2023. We hope to see you there. If you need more information, contact the Crime Prevention Unit at 361-886-2765.

Corpus Christi Police Detectives need your help locating 47 year old Phillip Loveday. Mr. Loveday was last seen on August 2, 2023 around 9:30 a.m. when he left for work from the area of 4900 Cape Vista Ct. His wife became concerned when she received a phone call that he did not show up for work or church. Mr. Loveday is approximately 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighs approximately 200 pounds. He has blonde hair and blue eyes. He was driving a white 2016 Ford F-250 displaying one of these two Texas license plate numbers HTN9773 or PPN1389.

If you have any information that may assist Investigators or know the whereabouts of Phillip Loveday, please call Corpus Christi Police Department directly by calling (361) 886-2840 or by calling (361) 886-2600.

As a follow-up to the officer involved shooting that occurred on July 30, 2023, the following information has been made available for release. 

One of the offenders has been processed by our City Detention Center; thus, we are able to release the identity and charges of the offender involved.   

27-year-old Michael Joseph Deleon was medically cleared and was transported to the City Detention Center on August 3, 2023.  Deleon has been charged with one count of Attempted Capital Murder and one count of Murder.  

Th second suspect involved in the incident has not been released as of this time.  

This is still an active investigation and updates will follow as they are made available for release.

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On Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at 7:48 pm, officers were dispatched to a disturbance at 3200 Buddy Lawrence that upgraded to a shooting with injuries. 

Officers arrived on scene and located a 30-year-old adult male with a gunshot wound and provided medical aid. Medics arrived and transported the gunshot victim to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.  

Witnesses told officers on scene that a female ran from a 32-year-old male, later identified as Victor Ramos, with Ramos following the female into a local business. The gunshot victim tried to intervene to assist the female and was shot by Ramos. Witnesses stated Ramos then forcefully pushed the female into his pickup then fled the scene before officer arrival. 

At 8:03 pm, officers were dispatched to 1100 S. Port Ave reference a major traffic accident. Callers stated that the male in the pickup exited the pickup with a gun and ran from the scene on foot. Officers arrived and found that the pickup was involved in the Buddy Lawrence shooting. Officers began looking for Ramos when another victim approached officers and advised that their vehicle had been stolen by Ramos after the traffic accident, who fled in that stolen vehicle.  

The 30-year-old female victim that was initially forced into the vehicle by Ramos was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The two occupants of the vehicle involved in the traffic accident were also transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. 

The stolen vehicle and Ramos were located at the 1400 block of Thompkins Street, where Ramos was taken into custody. Officers were able to recover the firearm used in the incident and also located illegal narcotics on Ramos’ person.  

After medical clearance at a local hospital, Ramos was booked into the City Detention Center with the following charges: Aggravated Kidnapping, Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, 2 counts of Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by Felon, Possession of Controlled Substance.

This is still an active investigation. If you have any information pertaining to this incident, you are encouraged to call the Corpus Christi Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 361-886-2840. Anyone who would like to keep their identity secret and still provide information to Detectives should call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or submit the tip online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=.

Rose Blanton was born in Corpus Christi, Texas, and began her career with the Corpus Christi Police Department in Central Records as a Data Entry Clerk on April 3, 1995.  

During her 28-years as a civilian employee, Rose has held several positions within the department, including Telephone Report Unit Clerk, Fingerprint Technician and Crime Scene Investigator. While Rose was a Fingerprint Technician, she received a Letter of Acknowledgment for assisting officers who brought a subject to the Nueces County Jail to be identified by his fingerprints. The subject was found to have an active murder warrant. 

In June 2012, Rose transferred to the Property Division where she began working in all areas of the Property Warehouse and gained a wealth of knowledge. This led to Rose being promoted to Lead Supervisor in August 2021. Rose currently supervises six employees. She is responsible in preparing monthly auctions as well as overseeing weekly deposits from property that has met their retentions or has been awarded to the City of Corpus Christi. Rose also supervises the bi-annual weapons destruction and maintains the accuracy of the homicide vault by assuring that all cases and property are kept in a uniform storage. Rose ensures that all policies and procedures are followed which affects the yearly audit that is conducted to ensure the accountability and accuracy of all evidence.  

Rose has successfully completed numerous training classes and certifications to assist her in her positions, to include Breath Test/Intoxilyzer Operator; Crime Scene Investigaton and Evidence Collection; Collection, Documentation and Preservation of Footwear and Tire Track Evidence; Courtroom Testimony Techniques, Success instead of Survival; Digital Crime Scene and Evidence Photography; Texas Association of Property and Evidence Inventory Technicians. 

Rose’s direct supervisor, Patricia Persohn, stated, “Rose has a positive attitude, enjoys her job, is always willing to assist others, and is a role model of good work ethics.”  

In her time off, Rose enjoys going fishing, dancing and to the beach with her pups. 

Operation Safe Return is this Saturday. We hope to see you there. If you need more information, contact the Crime Prevention Unit at 361-886-2765.

On Friday, July 28, 2023, at 5:58 pm, officers were dispatched to the 3500 block of Bluebonnet Street reference a shooting with injuries. 

Officers arrived and located a male victim with a gunshot wound and immediately provided medical aid. Medics arrived and transported the victim to a local hospital with life threatening injuries. 

Officers were able to locate the suspect vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. Three suspects were immediately detained, and one suspect fled the scene. A perimeter was set up, a drone was utilized, and the 4th suspect was detained. 

Detectives with Robbery/Homicide began their investigation and arrested the three adult suspects and one juvenile suspect that had been detained during the traffic stop.

Andrew Cantu was arrested for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Unlawful Carry of a Weapon and Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity. Cantu was booked into the City Detention Center.

Roman Felan was arrested for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Unlawful Carry of a Weapon and Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity. Felan was booked into the City Detention Center.

Jesse Delagarza III was arrested for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Unlawful Carry of a Weapon, Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity and two outstanding warrants. Delagarza III was booked into the City Detention Center.

A 16-year-old juvenile male was arrested for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Unlawful Carry of a Weapon, Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity and Evading Arrest. The juvenile was booked into the Nueces County Juvenile Justice Center.

On Sunday, July 30, 2023, the victim passed away.

Detectives obtained Murder warrants for Cantu (bond $1,000,000), Delagarza III (bond $1,000,000) and Felan (bond $1,000,000) and served the warrants at the Nueces County Jail where the adult males were still incarcerated. Detectives obtained a Directive to Apprehend for Murder for the juvenile male and served the Directive at the Nueces County Juvenile Justice Center.

This is still an active investigation. If you have any information pertaining to this incident, you are encouraged to call the Corpus Christi Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 361-886-2840. Anyone who would like to keep their identity secret and still provide information to Detectives should call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or submit the tip online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=.