Port Arthur Police Department

10/08/2026

The Port Arthur Police Department needs the public help in locating a runaway/ missing 15 year old male black, Kainyn Sias. Sias is 5'9 146 pounds, brown eyes, medium complexion, with kinky Afro style hair and unknown clothing. Sias was last seen on 9/8/2026 at 9 a.m. and is believed to be in the Beaumont, TX area. If you have any information please call the Port Arthur Police Department @ 409-983-8600, Case #38002-26.

Please do not assist in harboring a person who is a runaway/ missing:
Harboring a minor without the consent of a legal guardian is considered a Class A misdemeanor in Texas and is punishable by "a fine not to exceed $4,000, and/or confinement in jail for a term not to exceed one year."

If you have information about this crime, contact Crime Stoppers by calling 833-TIPS (8477), online at
833 TIPS.com or download the P3
TIPS App. You WILL remain
anonymous and MAY be eligible for a cash reward.

10/07/2026

National Night Out 2026 was a huge success! 🌙
We are amazed by how many people joined us.

It was a night filled with laughter, activities, conversations between our citizens and Law Enforcement officers, connections, and most importantly- FUN. 🎉

We want to sincerely thank all the local vendors, community partners, and sponsors who supported this event. Your generosity and participation helped make the night unforgettable. We couldn’t do it without you. ⭐️

Port Arthur Police Blue Santa & the Port Arthur Police Association covered the cost of the Gelu Italian Ice truck. Constable Christopher Bates sponsored the face painting. The Misters organization donated and cooked ALL of the food. HEB (3401 Gulfway Drive) donated the beverages.

Thank you, residents, for showing up, engaging with us, and helping build a safer, stronger community. 🤗

📸 If you took any pictures you’d like to share, we encourage you to post them in the comments.

10/07/2026

Congratulations Officer Munselle!!!

10/07/2026

Welcome to PAPD!

10/07/2026

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10/02/2026

It's October & Breast Cancer Awareness month! Many of our officers will be showing their support throughout the month. Watch for them!

10/01/2026

Join us for National Night Out on Tuesday, October 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Pavilion, 522 Procter Street. Community partners and city representatives will take part, and free food, drinks, sweet treats, and more will be available. Emergency vehicles will be on display.

09/25/2026

Happy National Forensic Science Week! 🎉

09/23/2026

09/15/2026

The Port Arthur Police Department is requesting the public's assistance in locating Shannon Jefferson, a 39-year-old black female, wanted for 2 charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance and 1 charge of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon.

If you have any information, please contact Crime Stoppers of Southeast Texas - 833Tips.com at 409-833-8477.