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Because the case is now pending before the court, the department said it will not comment on the allegations, the evidence, or any aspect of the ongoing criminal proceedings.

Suspected Gang Member Arrested After Horseback Assault, Police Say.

The Aransas Pass Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying this suspect involved in a fraud case.

During the execution of the warrant, Robstown Police Department Organized Crime Unit Detectives observed suspected narcotics in plain view.

Anyone with information regarding Kristen Galvan is encouraged to contact the OAG Cold Case and Missing Persons Unit.

In addition, detectives have been conducting a separate investigation involving funds raised to assist two young boys with medical expenses.

Three juveniles have been charged following the burglary and vandalism of an Alice business after officers responded to a report of a reckless driver early Friday morning.

According to federal authorities, the currency is alleged to be proceeds derived from criminal activity associated with drug trafficking and other illegal offenses.

Crime in Texas has been decreasing since 2023, according to Uniform Crime Reporting Data released by the Texas Department of Public Safety.

Officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department were dispatched to a Stabbing in the 1700 block of 18th St. 

As the investigation progressed, investigators developed sufficient probable cause and presented the case to a magistrate, who issued an arrest warrant for Raul Barrientes, 46, of Alice.

Authorities say investigators developed sufficient probable cause to obtain an arrest warrant for Christopher Tramel, 36, of Orange Grove.

Sheriff Rivera praised the neighbor's vigilance, noting that strong community relationships continue to play a vital role in helping law enforcement prevent and solve crimes.

On July 13, 2026, at 11:32 pm, Officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department were dispatched to the 3500 block of Greenwich Dr in reference to a Shooting.

At around 11 pm Friday night, Precinct 5 deputies were dispatched to Hwy 44 near Banquete for a vehicle traveling east in the westbound lane.

The firearms had been wrapped in cellophane and black electrical tape in an apparent effort to avoid detection.

The incident was self-reported by the officer involved and was quickly investigated and determined to be a criminal offense.

This is an isolated incident and an active and ongoing investigation.

When Officers arrived, they found a male suffering from lacerations and a stab wound, and multiple victims of an assault with minor injuries. 

Over the past couple of months, four local drug dealers have been sentenced to prison.