Hobbs Police Department

05/24/2026

Yesterday, we proudly celebrated the graduation of Southeastern New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy Class A-26-55.

The Hobbs Police Department is excited to welcome three new officers to our department as they begin their journey in law enforcement and service to the Hobbs community.

Please join us in congratulating:
• Derrick Brooks
• Steven Alvarado
• Dominic Buendia

A special recognition goes to Officer Steven Alvarado for earning the Distinguished Graduate Award. An accomplishment that reflects exceptional leadership, work ethic, discipline, and dedication throughout the academy. This honor represents the highest standards of professionalism and excellence, and we are incredibly proud to have him joining the Hobbs Police Department.

Congratulations to all three graduates on this major accomplishment. We look forward to watching each of you grow and succeed in your careers with HPD.

05/20/2026

The Hobbs Police Department would like to recognize School Resource Officer Nik Mann for his continued dedication to serving and supporting the students of Hobbs Municipal Schools and families within our community.

Today Officer Mann gave first grader, Mr. Westyn Atkinson, a Ride with a Cop to School experience. Moments like these help strengthen positive relationships between law enforcement and the youth we serve.

Officer Mann, along with Lea County Sheriff's Office Deputy M. Goins, also treated Mrs. Valdez’s class at Southern Heights Elementary to pizza, drinks, and snacks in recognition of achieving the best attendance record in the entire school building.

Our School Resource Officers and partnering agencies play an important role both inside and outside the classroom by fostering trust, encouraging student success, and creating meaningful connections throughout our schools and community.

Thank you to Officer Mann and Deputy Goins for your professionalism, leadership, and continued commitment to the students of Hobbs.

05/14/2026

Today we had a special visit at the station from a few amazing Girl Scouts who stopped by to drop off cookies for our officers.

Thank you for thinking of us and taking the time to show your support. It’s a reminder of the strong community we serve and the kindness that’s out there every day.

We appreciate you all. 🍪🚓

05/12/2026

Join us tomorrow as we honor those who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

04/28/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Sobriety Checkpoints and Saturation Patrols

The Hobbs Police Department will conduct and participate in Sobriety Checkpoints or Saturation Patrols in the City during the months of May and June, 2026. Officers will educate drivers on the dangers of Driving While Intoxicated and target impaired drivers on our roadways to ensure the streets of Hobbs are safe.

The Hobbs Police Department remains committed to educating our community and discouraging impaired driving. DWI is not a victimless crime. Hundreds of lives can be saved each year if every driver made the right decision not to drive impaired.

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) Traffic Safety Division provides overtime grant funding to local law enforcement agencies for traffic safety enforcement, training, education, and equipment in high-risk areas statewide. This partnership strengthens efforts to enhance road safety and reduce impaired driving across New Mexico communities, creating safer roads for all.
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04/23/2026

⚠️ SCAM ALERT: Rental Fraud on the Rise ⚠️

We are seeing an increase in rental scams across the city involving individuals posing as landlords or property managers.

Scammers are advertising homes or apartments, often at below-market prices, and requesting deposits or application fees before a showing or lease is verified. In many cases, the property is not actually for rent or does not belong to the person collecting payment.

Protect yourself:
• Never send money without seeing the property in person
• Verify ownership or management through official channels
• Be cautious of deals that seem too good to be true
• Avoid payment methods like wire transfers, gift cards, or cash apps to unknown individuals

If you believe you’ve been targeted or victimized, report it to the Hobbs Police Department at (575)397-9265.

Stay alert. Stay informed.

04/13/2026

The Hobbs Police Department’s Records and IPRA Division is proud to launch a new monthly initiative dedicated to recognizing and showing appreciation for the hard work and commitment of our team members.

This effort is a simple but meaningful way to highlight the professionalism, dedication, and service that strengthens our department every day.

We are grateful for all that you do, both seen and unseen, and look forward to continuing to recognize the people who make our organization strong.

04/08/2026

🌿✨ This Saturday, April 11th! ✨🌿

Join Keep Hobbs Beautiful for their BIGGEST community cleanup yet! 💪🧹

🌿✨ This Saturday, April 11th! ✨🌿

Join Keep Hobbs Beautiful for our BIGGEST community cleanup yet! 💪🧹

Let’s come together to clean up our city, connect with neighbors, and make a real impact. Every helping hand makes a difference!

📍 Meeting Location: Vacant lot near W Temple Ave & S Leech St
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

✅ Cleanup supplies provided
🎉 Free volunteer t-shirts
🎁 Raffle prizes

Bring your friends, family, or coworkers and help us Keep Hobbs Beautiful! 💚

📩 To register or learn more:
Evelyn Nunez
[email protected]
(575) 263-1008

04/07/2026