A question we have been frequently asked is when are the roads going to open? The short answer is when it is safe. We don’t anticipate that the major bridges (JFK and the Harbor Bridge) will be open until tomorrow afternoon. This will also include the freeway and major overpasses.

We are continually monitoring the road conditions and will advise everyone when the roads are open. Please stay home where it is safe.

This is an update in regards to the incident that occurred on the 4500 block of Vestal on Sunday, February 14, 2021.  

A 95-year-old female was transported to a local hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries. A 65-year-old female was treated at a local hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

33-year-old Jonathan Avery was arrested and charged with Murder and Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon.  Avery was arrested on scene and transported to the main station to be interviewed by Detectives.  Avery was later transported to the City Detention Center to be processed.   

We can confirm that this was not a random act of violence and the parties involved were known to each other.  

This is still an active investigation and no other details are expected to be released at the moment.  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=. 

For additional information: VESTAL STABBING | CCPD Blotter

Date: December 27, 2020 9:30 pm
Location: 2500 block of Waldron
Offense: Arson
Case #: 2012270100

Arson Investigators with the Corpus Christi Fire Department want your help to catch these arson suspects who ignited a fire on the property of a local high school. This is your Corpus Christi Crime Stoppers, Crime of the Week.

The Corpus Christi Police Department and Corpus Christi Fire Department both responded to a fire located on the 2500 block of Waldron Rd at approximately 9:30 p.m. on December 27, 2020. Upon arrival, officers located a fire in an open field behind the Auditorium.

A closer examination of the scene by officers revealed that several items were intentionally set on fire and several others that had been detonated.

The case was turned over to CCFD Arson Investigators who recovered video evidence which shows two males who are believed to be the suspects who intentionally set the fire.

If you can identify the suspects in the video or have any additional information about who is responsible for this crime, call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=.

Crime Stoppers guarantees to keep your identity anonymous and if the information leads to an arrest, it could earn you up to $2,500 dollars in cash.

If you are involved in a crash on the highway system in Corpus Christi and you can move your vehicles off the roadway, please do so.

If there are injuries due to the crash, call 911 and an officer will respond as quickly as possible.

If there are no injuries call the non-emergency number (886-2600) and ask the dispatcher for a sequence number for the call for service. Exchange information with the other driver and complete a CR-2 “Blue Form” using the link below at your earliest convenience. You can direct file the CR-2 with your insurance company.  

At this time Officers will not be working traffic crashes where there are no injuries.  

Link to Texas Department of Transportation “Blue Form”
https://www.signnow.com/fill-and-sign-pdf-form/43-blue-form-texas-2015-2018?gclid=CjwKCAiAsaOBBhA4EiwAo0_AnD54jHyU4t0SLtq3b6r7q2c7QxytvsqeeFd1av9lPvi0X2SBlnjJYRoCxfYQAvD_BwE

Date: Sunday, February 14, 2021 1:18 pm
Location: 4500 block of Vestal
Case Number; 2102140041

At approximately 1:18 pm on Sunday, February 14, 2021 officers were dispatched to the 4500 block of Vestal for a medic call.  The call was later upgraded to a possible stabbing.  

Upon arrival, officers located a 33-year-old male suspect outside of the residence, who was immediately taken into custody.  

Officers then entered the home and located two female stabbing victims.  Both victims were transported to a local hospital and we do not have an update on their injuries or conditions for release at this moment.  

We can confirm that this was not a random act of violence and there are no outstanding suspects.  

Updates will be provided as they are made available for release.

For the next several days the temperatures in Corpus Christi will be extremely cold, not only for our residents but animals that rely on our care.

To report pets that are left unattended in the cold call the Corpus Christi Police Department non-emergency line at 361-886-2600.

We are using Patrol Officers in addition to Animal Care Officers to respond to these calls as quickly as possible.

As a result of cold weather that is projected to impact the City of Corpus Christi this weekend, the Corpus Christi Police Department’s response to non-emergency calls may be delayed during this time period. Should the weather deteriorate, officers will be tasked with addressing safety issues to safeguard our residents. When possible, we are asking our citizens to utilize the department’s telephone reporting unit (886-2600) to make reports.

With the impending cold weather expected to hit the Corpus Christi area over the weekend, we urge our citizens to take precautions and have safety measures in place.

Check trusted sources for information or updates often.

Slow down when traveling on roadways, especially on overpasses and bridges.

Bring your pets inside.

Minimize outdoor activities for your family and pets.

Prepare for possible power outages.

Place flashlights in a common area so if you lose power you know where they are.

When utilizing alternate heating sources, such as an emergency generator, your fireplace, or space heater; take necessary safety precautions.

Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.

If you do not have to travel, please stay home.

Update: Janie DeLaRosa has been safely located. Thank you for your assistance.

Corpus Christi Police Investigators would like help from the public to locate a missing youth.

Delia Janie DeLaRosa was reported missing by her family advising they have not seen her in several months. 

Delia is a 14-year-old female and attached is the most recent photograph of her. 

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

Evan M. Mack was Deputy City Marshal in May 25, 1885 and again in 1891. A brick mason and a widower with two sons, Mack was an Army veteran, enlisting as a free Black man in Company I, 116th Infantry US Colored Infantry Regiment from 1864 to 1867. From 1867 to 1874, Mack was with the 24th and the 38th US Infantry Regiments. In Corpus Christi, he was the first captain of Robert’s Rifles, the first militia company in Nueces County after the Civil War. When black militia companies were dissolved, the group was renamed Bluff City Guards with Mack serving as their first captain. He is buried at Rose Hill Cemetery.