Lamesa Police Department

🚨ISSUE HAS BEEN RESOLVED🚨

ALL PHONE LINES IN DISPATCH IS DOWN INCLUDING 911. GAINES COUNTY WILL BE ANSWERING OUR 911 CALLS AND ADVISING LAMESA POLICE DEPARTMENT WHERE TO GO. IF ITS A NON EMERGENCY PLEASE 432-999-0162. WILL UPDATE WHEN ITS FIXED. THANK YOU!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

On June 10, 2026, officers with the Lamesa Police Department responded to a report of threats involving a firearm at a residence located in the 500 block of North 17th Street.

During the investigation, officers learned that Samuel Clayton, 36, had allegedly threatened another individual with a firearm, causing the victim to fear imminent serious bodily injury or death. Officers subsequently made contact with Clayton and observed him in possession of a firearm.

Based on information developed during the investigation, officers obtained and executed a search warrant at approximately 4:00 p.m. at a residence located at 500 block of N. 17th Street in Lamesa.

During the ex*****on of the search warrant, officers recovered multiple fi****ms, ammunition, body armor, smoke devices, a gas mask, drug paraphernalia, and other items of evidentiary value.

Clayton was taken into custody and is expected to face charges including Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Felon. Additional charges may be considered as the investigation continues.

The Lamesa Police Department takes all reports of violent threats seriously. Through the rapid response of patrol officers and investigators, the suspect was safely taken into custody and the incident was resolved without injury to the victim, responding officers, or members of the public.

This investigation remains ongoing.

All criminal charges are allegations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

🚨 PRESS RELEASE – TRAFFIC ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION 🚨

On Sunday, June 7, 2026, at approximately 11:16 a.m., officers with the Lamesa Police Department responded to a major traffic accident at the intersection of North 12th Street and Avenue L.

The preliminary investigation indicates one vehicle disregarded a stop sign at a high rate of speed, resulting in the collision. The investigation remains active, and criminal charges are being considered.

We are thankful that all individuals involved sustained only minor injuries and were either treated and released or declined medical treatment at the scene.

The full press release is attached below.

The Lamesa Police Department was honored to assist the North Texas Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force during Operation Soteria Shield 2026, a multi-agency effort focused on protecting children from online exploitation.

This operation resulted in 276 arrests, 89 children rescued, and involved 91 law enforcement agencies and 197 personnel working together across Texas.

We are proud to stand alongside our local, state, and federal partners in the fight against those who exploit children. Protecting the most vulnerable members of our community remains one of our highest priorities.