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.
Date: Thursday January 28th
Time: 11:37 pm
Location: 1000 Mestina
Offense: Murder
Case Number: 2101280155
On January 28th at 11:37 pm, officers were dispatched to 1000 block Mestina for an unconscious male on the ground. When the officers arrived on the scene, they located an adult male who had been shot and he was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
Officers reviewed surveillance footage in the area, and it was determined that the male was shot at approximately 10:28 pm by a male driving a small, white in color crossover vehicle, possibly a Cadillac. Homicide Detectives responded to the scene and began their investigation into the death.
During the detective’s investigation they determined that 41-year-old Robert Moore was involved in the homicide. The detectives secured a murder arrest warrant with a bond of $1,000,000.00 for the arrest of Robert Moore.
On Saturday January 30th the Corpus Christi Gang Unit and the US Marshal Gulf Coast Violent Offender Fugitive Task Force were able to apprehend Robert Moore for the warrant. He was transported to the City Detention Center for booking.
Saturday, February 6, 2021 at 10:00 am
LIVE ONLINE (WEBCAST) AND ON SITE AUCTION SALE
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VIEWING: Friday, February 5, 2021 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Only registered bidders will be allowed to view the vehicles.
There will be a limit on how many bidders enter the gates to view vehicles.
No group viewing.
No purses or backpacks allowed during the viewing.
No one under 18 will be allowed.
Facemask / Face Covering required to be on at all times.
SOCIAL DISTANCING WILL BE MONITORED
Date: 01-20-21
Time: 4:43 am
Location: 1600 Agnes
Offense: Aggravated Robbery, Aggravated Assault on a Peace Officer
Case Number: 2101200014
An officer stopped at the 1600 block of Agnes to assist two people as they attempted to push their vehicle out of the roadway. The officer placed his vehicle behind the stalled car so that they would have a barrier between them and any possible traffic.
As the officer was occupied helping the motorist a male entered the marked police vehicle and attempted to drive off. The officer ran to his vehicle and attempted to turn off the vehicle as he struggled with the offender. The offender was able to place the vehicle in drive, dragging the officer for 40 to 50 feet. The officer was able to disengage from the offender and he sustained injuries.
The offender travelled to the 1200 block of Agnes, struck a light pole, came to a stop, and then fled the scene on foot. Detectives were able secure photos of the Offender, 36-year-old Luis Chavarria, and on Thursday January 21st at 1:00 am the Gang Unit found him walking at the 900 block of Leopard.
Luis Chavarria was charged with Aggravated Robbery and Aggravated Assault on a Peace Officer with a bond of $120,000.00.
Updated 10:24 pm: Ky has been located and is safe with his family. Thank you to everyone who assisted us this evening.
Corpus Christi Police are looking for a missing juvenile. At approximately 6:15 pm, 9-year-old Ky Balboa was last seen by his guardian in the area of the 9500 block of Sedalia Trail.
Ky is described as a black male, approximately 4’6’ tall, weighing 61 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Ky was last seen wearing a gray t-shirt with navy blue sleeves and blue jean pants.
If you see Ky Balboa or know his location please call 911 immediately.
Date: Saturday, December 26, 2020
Time: 5:30 am
Location: 4800 Leopard
Incident: Murder
Case Number: 2012260019
On Saturday, December 26, 2020 at approximately 5:30 am officers were dispatched to the 4800 block of Leopard for a man down in a vehicle.
Upon arrival, officers located a deceased 40-year-old male, slumped over the driver’s seat inside of a vehicle. Homicide detectives responded to the scene and began investigating this unattended death, which was later ruled a homicide.
An initial arrest was made on December 26, 2020, for 34-year-old Stephanie Ysassi, she was charged with one count of Murder.
Detectives were later able to obtain a second arrest warrant for a suspect, identified as 24-year-old, Mark Hernandez.
Information was developed by the US Gulf Coast Violent Offender Task Force that wanted fugitive, Hernandez, was staying at a residence located in Robstown, TX. On January 14, 2021 Hernandez was located and taken into custody without incident.
Hernandez was transported to the Corpus Christi Police Department for questioning and was later transported to the Nueces County Jail for processing.
This is still an ongoing investigation and if anyone has any additional information related to this Homicide, you are asked to contact the Corpus Christi Police Department at (361) 886-2840. You may also call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=. Information provided to Crime Stoppers is anonymous and if the information leads to an arrest, it could earn you a cash reward.
Updated 01/13/2021: Mr. Flores has been located safely. We want to thank the public for the assistance.
Corpus Christi Police would like help from the public to locate a missing, elderly person. 69-year-old David Flores was reported missing on December 26, 2020.
Mr. Flores was last seen around early to mid-December. Mr. Flores is most likely on foot and he is known to frequent the area of the 1900 block of Leopard or near HWY 286 @ Culberson. Mr. Flores is described as a 69-year-old male, who stands 5’05”, weighs approximately 155 pounds, with gray hair and brown eyes. Mr. Flores may have a beard at the moment. Mr. Flores is known to wear a baseball cap and blue jeans.
If you have any information or see Mr. Flores, please call Corpus Christi Police Department directly by calling 911 or (361) 886-2600.
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