Pampa Police Department

06/03/2026

May by the numbers. Thank you to our Officers, Dispatchers, and Staff for their continued commitment to serving Pampa and keeping our community safe. 🚔💙

05/18/2026

On Friday, May 15th, in observance of Peace Officer Memorial Day, the Pampa Police Department proudly held its 2026 Annual Awards Banquet to recognize the dedication, service, and accomplishments of our personnel.

We are proud to congratulate Officer Max Etheredge on being named Officer of the Year, Savannah Trent as Telecommunicator of the Year, and Sgt. Richard Cook as the recipient of the Kenneth Hopson Excellence in Service Award.

The evening also included the presentation of 18 service awards recognizing outstanding performance, including two Life Saving Awards, professional certifications earned throughout the year, and milestone years-of-service acknowledgements.

These awards represent more than achievements; they reflect the commitment, sacrifice, and servant leadership displayed daily by the men and women of the Pampa Police Department. Thank you all for your continued dedication to serving our community.

Also, a special thank you goes out to our guest speaker, Troy Schwiegerath, who delivered an impactful reminder on the importance of first responder wellness.

05/11/2026

National Police Week is a time to honor the men and women who put on the badge each day with courage, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to serving others.

To the Officers, Dispatchers, Civilian staff, and families of the Pampa Police Department, thank you. Your dedication to this community does not go unnoticed. Day after day, you answer difficult calls, stand in the gap during moments of crisis, and continue to serve with professionalism, compassion, and resilience.

Policing is more than a profession; it is a calling rooted in sacrifice and service. I am incredibly proud to serve alongside the members of this department and grateful for the work they do to protect and strengthen our community.

During this National Police Week, we also pause to remember and honor the law enforcement officers across this nation who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Their legacy will never be forgotten.

Thank you, Pampa, for your continued support of your Police Department and all who wear the badge.

Interim Chief Brian Massey

05/04/2026

Starting this month, we'll be releasing a monthly recap of the work being done here at the Pampa Police Department. This monthly review highlights key activity, crime stats, and reflects the dedication and efforts of our officers and staff in keeping Pampa safe.

I believe informed communities are stronger communities, and we’re proud to show the quantity and impact of our service.

Attached is the most recently completed month.

-Interim Chief Brian Massey

04/22/2026

Behind every successful department is a team that keeps everything running smoothly, and today we recognize two of the very best.

Happy Administrative Professionals Day to Becky and Kerri! Your dedication, professionalism, and servant-hearted approach make a difference in ways that often go unseen but are always felt. From keeping us organized to supporting our officers and serving our community, you are truly the backbone of this department.

We appreciate you more than words can express. Thank you for all you do! 💙🚔

04/13/2026

📞 National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week 📞

This week, we proudly recognize the unseen heroes behind every call for service - our Telecommunicators.

They are the calm voice in chaos. The steady presence in moments of fear. The critical link between our community and the officers, firefighters, and EMS personnel who respond.

Day and night, without pause, they answer the call, guiding panicked callers through emergencies, gathering life-saving information, and ensuring help arrives quickly and safely. Their professionalism, resilience, and compassion are the backbone of public safety operations.

While they may not be seen on the front lines, their impact is felt in every successful response and every life touched.

Please join us in thanking our Telecommunicators for their dedication, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to serving our community.

💛 Thank you for being the voice when it matters most. 💛

03/20/2026

Shooting Incident in the 500 block of North Starkweather
3/20/2026

On March 20, 2026 at approximately 02:15am, Pampa PD Officers responded to the 500 block of North Starkweather in Pampa on a report of shots fired. Upon arriving at the location, Officers made contact with the resident of the home, who advised that an unknown person(s) and vehicle had arrived at the location and began shooting a firearm into his home. The occupant returned fire from inside the home. The unknown person(s) then fled the area in the vehicle.

No vehicle or suspect description was obtained by the resident. The resident was not injured in this incident.

Investigators are asking for anyone with information on this incident to contact the Criminal Investigations Division at 806-669-5700. Persons with information who wish to remain anonymous and/or be eligible for a cash reward should contact Top of Texas Crime Stoppers at 806-669-2222 or by utilizing the “P3 Tips” app from any mobile device.

Investigators also ask for anyone in the area who might have video footage of the incident to either contact the Criminal Investigations Division or submit the video directly to the evidence submission portal at pampapdtx.evidence.com/axon/community-request/public/2600309 .

This case remains under investigation, and no further information is available for release at this time.

03/10/2026

👮‍♂️ Pampa Police Department at the Pampa High School Career Fair

Today members of the Pampa Police Department had the opportunity to visit Pampa High School and speak with students during their Career Fair about careers in law enforcement, dispatch, and public service.

We enjoyed meeting so many great students and sharing what it means to serve our community. Events like this are a great way to connect with the next generation and help them learn about opportunities in public safety.

Who knows, some of the future officers protecting Pampa may have been in that room today.

Thank you to Pampa High School for inviting us to participate!

Interested in more information about a career with our department? Visit cityofpampa.org/police/careers for more information.

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03/04/2026

Found Property- We had an air compressor that fell off the back of a vehicle in the area of Wilson Elementary yesterday, which was turned into us as found property. If it belongs to you, please contact our Property/Evidence Unit at 806-669-5700- option 4. Be prepared to provide a proper description to establish ownership.

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03/03/2026

On March 3rd, 2026, at approximately 9:50am, Pampa Emergency Communications received a residential alarm call at a residence in the 2000 Block of North Christine in Pampa. Upon arriving at the location, Pampa Police Officers determined that a burglary had occurred and that the suspect(s) were no longer on scene.

While investigating that scene, Officers were informed of the location of a possible suspect who was currently at a residence in the 1100 block of Ripley. The reporting person further advised that they had observed items stolen from the residence on N. Christine at the residence on Ripley.

Upon the officers' arrival at that residence, they briefly made contact with a person who refused to cooperate and subsequently barricaded themselves inside the home. Further information was obtained that there could be multiple weapons and narcotics inside the home.

Officers then established a perimeter and began attempting contact with the people inside. Additional units and Randall County SWAT were requested to respond to the scene. As negotiations continued, several occupants of the residence later willingly exited and were detained. After a search warrant for the residence was obtained, SWAT executed the warrant, clearing the structure of any additional suspects inside. The scene was then released to the Criminal Investigation Division for further investigation.

A total of three suspects were subsequently taken into custody and booked into the Gray County Jail. Those arrested were:

34-year-old Mike Aiken, Burglary of a Habitation
17-year-old Jeremiah Diaz, Burglary of a Habitation
39-year-old Rose Diaz, Interference with Public Duties

This case remains under investigation. Our sincere thanks go out to our community partners who assisted with this call. Those assisting were the Gray County Sheriff’s Office, Gray County Constables Pct. 1/3 and 2/4, Randall County Sheriff’s Office, Pampa Fire Dept, Gray County EMS, and Pampa ESU.