Lea County Sheriff's Office

06/01/2026

🚧UPDATE: All lanes are now open🚧

Deputies report a crash on Hwy 18 MM 18. All Southbound lanes are closed at this time. Please seek an alternative route, slow down and watch for any vehicles or emergency personnel. 🚨

05/27/2026

🚧UPDATE; 4:03pm: All lanes are now open🚧

Deputies report a crash on Hwy 129 and Orla Rd. East and Westbound lanes are closed at this time. Please seek an alternative route, slow down and watch for any vehicles or emergency personnel. 🚨

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day from the Lea County Sheriff’s Office🇺🇸

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Their courage, dedication, and selflessness will never be forgotten. We extend our deepest gratitude to all veterans and active-duty service members for your unwavering commitment to protecting our freedoms.

Please take a moment today to reflect on and honor those we’ve lost in the line of duty🕯️

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day🇺🇸

05/24/2026

🇺🇸Holiday Closure Notice 🇺🇸

The Lea County Sheriff’s Administrative Offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day. Normal hours and operations will resume on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

🚨Our Deputies and Dispatch Services remain available 24/7. If you need assistance, please call.
📞 Emergency? Call 911 🚨
📞 Non-emergency? Call 575-396-3611

We hope you have a safe and enjoyable holiday!

05/22/2026

🎓Congratulations, Class of 2026!🎓

The Lea County Sheriff’s Office would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to everyone graduating this season — whether it’s from high school, college, a certification program, or a personal milestone. Your hard work, resilience, and determination have brought you to this incredible achievement.

Today, we celebrate your accomplishments and the bright future ahead of you. May your next chapter be filled with success, purpose, and endless opportunities. Keep dreaming big and making your mark on the world! 🌟

A special shoutout to our own LCSO family graduates:

🎓Leeland Wimberley-Hobbs High School, Hobbs, NM
🎓Camden Walker-Hobbs High School, Hobbs NM
🎓Jayleen Gonzalez-Hobbs High School, Hobbs, NM
🎓Angelica Carrasco-New Mexico Junior College, Hobbs, NM
🎓Peyton Helton–Shoshoni High School, Shoshoni, WY
🎓Katelyn M. Aguirre-Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
🎓Luisa Herrera-University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM

We are so proud of all of you — you’ve earned this moment. Now go out there and shine! ✨

05/14/2026

Congratulations to our recent Explorers on their well-deserved promotions to Sergeant and Corporal! Your hard work, dedication, and commitment have truly paid off.

🎖️Sergeant Lilyana Marion
🎖️Corporal Javier Serna
🎖️Corporal Miguel Gonzalez

Thank you for your continued leadership and service. We are proud of your accomplishments and look forward to seeing all you achieve in your new roles!

Interested in a career in law enforcement or criminal justice? Law Enforcement Exploring is a hands-on program open to youth and young adults ages 14–20 who are interested in law enforcement, public safety, or related fields within the criminal justice system. We currently have openings for our LCSO Explorers program!

For more information, contact Corporal Jasmine Sanchez at [email protected]

05/13/2026

Thank you to Option Inc for the opioid/homeless backpacks this morning. We appreciate all the support, Thank You💙

05/12/2026

Happy National Police Week💙🖤💙

As we begin National Police Week, join us in honoring the sacrifice of law enforcement officers who have given the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities🕯️

A heartfelt THANK YOU to the brave men and women in law enforcement who put their lives on the line every day to keep our communities safe.

The Lea County Sheriff’s Office is proud to honor this time by recognizing the courage, dedication, and selflessness of officers nationwide.

This week, we give special thanks to our own who protect and serve Lea County with integrity and heart. Each of you plays a vital role in making our community a safer place.

A sincere thank you to the families of our Deputies for the sacrifices you make so your loved ones can serve!

If you see an officer this week, take a moment to say thank you🙏🏼Your support means the world!

05/11/2026

A big thank you to LCCA for the goodie basket and challenge coins this morning! We appreciate all the support💙 🚔

05/11/2026

‼️🚧TRAFFIC NOTICE🚧‼️

🚧 TRAFFIC NOTICE: ROAD CONSTRUCTION ON WEST STILES ROAD 🚧

Ramirez & Sons, Inc. will begin roadway construction on West Stiles Road between Lovington Highway and N. Catchings Road beginning Friday, May 8 through Tuesday, May 12, 2026. The project will include shoulder widening and paving improvements.

⚠️ Due to the road closure, motorists are encouraged to seek alternate routes and plan for possible delays.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as these roadway improvements are completed.