PRACTICE PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT TEST

We are coming to a closing for our 83rd Corpus Christi Police Department Physical Assessment Testing.

We will be hosting the Physical Fitness Test on Tuesday, May 9th at 5:30 pm and Tuesday, May 23rd, 2023, at 5:30 pm for our upcoming CCPD 83rd Police Academy projected to begin September 2023. It’s a great way to gauge your strengths and know what you need to work on to move forward in this process.

The practice test will take place at the main police station (321 John Sartain, Corpus Christi, TX 78401). Applicants will meet us at the gated entrance directly across from Whataburger on the Bay (Water St. side of the building). Check-in time will be between 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm, so we can start promptly at 6:00 pm.

During the practice test, instructors will explain and demonstrate each phase of the physical fitness test. We will also be available to answer any questions you have about any phase of the testing and hiring process. As a bonus for attending the practice test, applicants who successfully complete the course will receive a PAT waiver that will be valid for up to 30 days. That means you will only need to pass the written examination on your scheduled test date.

Buc Day Night Parade Do’s and Don’ts

Large crowds are expected for the annual Buccaneer Days Illuminated Night Parade. The City of Corpus Christi and the Police Department want everyone to enjoy the parade and promote a safe environment for all who attend.

Here are some rules for spectators to follow:

No Parking signs will be placed along the parade route beginning Friday May 5^th. All violators will be towed.

Parade viewing from Chaparral Street to Carrizo Street will be first come first served starting 8:00 am on Saturday, May 6^th. No marking of spots allowed on this section.

Parade viewing from Carrizo Street to Tancahua Street may be marked with chalk only beginning April 29^th and you may occupy the spot beginning Friday May 5^th at 5:00 pm.

Toilets will not be allowed along the Bayfront.

Dogs must be on a leash.

Keep an eye on your children and should you lose your child be sure to contact the nearest officers as soon as possible. Instruct your children to find an officer should they get lost so that you can be reunited.

No “poppers” or other noise makers, silly string, or laser lights are allowed along the parade route.

Spectators are asked to bag their trash before leaving and remove any large items brought to the parade route (e.g., barbeque pits, chairs, coolers).

For additional information please visit https://bucdays.com/

INCLEMENT WEATHER

Due to the expected rainfall, please watch out for flooding.

We want our community to be safe as they travel on the roadways.

Please stay home if possible.  

If you have to travel, drive slower than usual so that you have time to react to other traffic on the roadway.

Turn on your head lights so that you are visible to other vehicles and pedestrians.

Be aware of possible flooding in low lying areas.

Do not drive around barricades or through flooded streets.

The following areas currently experiencing flooding.  Please avoid these areas if possible.  Several vehicles are currently stalled.  

Access road along SPID both eastbound and westbound are affected including:  Ayers, Kostoryz, Weber, Staples, Airline, Rodd Field and Waldron.

500 block of Old Robstown is closed off due to flooding.  

McArdle at Shopping Way 

7100 block of Rodd Field

Please drive safely.

Drug Take Back Event

The Drug Enforcement Administration in cooperation with Corpus Christi Medical Center Doctor’s Regional Hospital and Corpus Christi Police Department will be hosting a prescription drug take back event Saturday April 22, 2023, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

If you have any old or unneeded prescriptions, you may stop by and deposit them in a designated receptacle for proper disposal at Doctor’s Regional Hospital located at 3315 South Alameda.

NUECES COUNTY WANTED SUBJECT

Nueces County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help to locate Paula Garcia who has an outstanding warrant out of Nueces County for Manufacturing/Delivery of a Controlled Substance.

Paula is described as a 37-year-old female, who stands 5’03” feet, weighs approximately 260 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes.

If you know how to locate Paula, call Crime Stoppers at (361)888-TIPS (8477) or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=. The information you provide to Crime Stoppers is anonymous and if the information leads to an arrest, it could earn you a cash reward.

You may also contact the Nueces County Sheriff’s Office at (361) 887-2239 or (361) 887-2219 after 5:00 pm.

NUECES COUNTY WANTED SUBJECT

Nueces County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help to locate Edgar Arthur Gagnon who has an outstanding warrant out of Nueces County for Intoxication Assault with a Vehicle-Serious Bodily Injury.

Edgar is described as a 36-year-old male, who stands 5’10” feet, weighs approximately 180 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.

If you know how to locate Edgar, call Crime Stoppers at (361)888-TIPS (8477) or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=. The information you provide to Crime Stoppers is anonymous and if the information leads to an arrest, it could earn you a cash reward.

You may also contact the Nueces County Sheriff’s Office at (361) 887-2239 or (361) 887-2219 after 5:00 pm.

PRACTICE PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT TEST

As a reminder, you are invited to attend the Corpus Christi Police Department Practice Physical Assessment Test (PAT) on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, for the upcoming CCPD 83rd Police Academy which is projected to begin in September of this year.

The practice test will take place at the Main Police Station located at 321 John Sartain, Corpus Christi, TX 78401. Applicants will meet us at the gated entrance directly across from Whataburger on the Bay (Water Street side of the building).

Check in time will be between 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm, so we can begin promptly at 5:30 pm. During the practice test, instructors will explain and demonstrate each phase of the physical fitness test.

Officers will also be available to answer any questions you have about any phase of the testing and hiring process. Applicants who successfully complete the course will receive a PAT waiver that will be valid for up to 30 days. That means you will only need to pass the written examination on your scheduled test date.

Please report to the test site in physical fitness attire and have your state-issued identification card or driver’s license with you.

For more information or to rsvp for the Practice PAT call 361-886-2626.

NUECES COUNTY WANTED SUBJECT

Nueces County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help to locate Alfredo Hinojosa who has an outstanding warrant out of Nueces County for Failure to Appear: Possession of a Controlled Substance. 

Alfredo is described as a 66-year-old male, who stands 5’11” feet, weighs approximately 150 pounds, with gray hair and brown eyes.

If you know how to locate Alfredo, call Crime Stoppers at (361)888-TIPS (8477) or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=. The information you provide to Crime Stoppers is anonymous and if the information leads to an arrest, it could earn you a cash reward.

You may also contact the Nueces County Sheriff’s Office at (361) 887-2239 or (361) 887-2219 after 5:00 pm.

NUECES COUNTY WANTED SUBJECT

Nueces County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help to locate Emmitt Moraida who has an outstanding warrant out of Nueces County for Motion to revoke Probation: Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family Member. 

Emmitt is described as a 27-year-old male, who stands 5’08” feet, weighs approximately 170 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.

If you know how to locate Emmitt, call Crime Stoppers at (361)888-TIPS (8477) or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=. The information you provide to Crime Stoppers is anonymous and if the information leads to an arrest, it could earn you a cash reward.

You may also contact the Nueces County Sheriff’s Office at (361) 887-2239 or (361) 887-2219 after 5:00 pm.

NUECES COUNTY WANTED SUBJECT

Nueces County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help to locate Jaime Renovato who has an outstanding warrant out of Nueces County for Motion to revoke Probation: Abandon/Endangering Child w/intent to Return CTS 1-2. 

Jaime is described as a 46-year-old male, who stands 5’07” feet, weighs approximately 220 pounds, with dark brown hair and brown eyes.

If you know how to locate Jaime, call Crime Stoppers at (361)888-TIPS (8477) or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C=&T=. The information you provide to Crime Stoppers is anonymous and if the information leads to an arrest, it could earn you a cash reward.

You may also contact the Nueces County Sheriff’s Office at (361) 887-2239 or (361) 887-2219 after 5:00 pm.