LPD Involved in Active Chase Near 4th St. and Slide Rd.

Motorcycle officer appears to be pursuing suspect in northwest Lubbock.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 6:03pm

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

The Lubbock Police Department has confirmed it is currently involved in an active pursuit in northwest Lubbock, with a motorcycle officer seen chasing a suspect near the intersection of 4th St. and Bangor Ave. according to city camera footage.

Why it matters

High-speed police chases can pose significant risks to public safety, and the Lubbock Police Department has faced scrutiny in the past over its pursuit policies. This incident will likely raise questions about the department's procedures and the need to balance public safety with the need to apprehend suspects.

The details

Details are still emerging, but city camera footage appears to show an LPD motorcycle officer engaged in a pursuit of a suspect vehicle near the intersection of 4th St. and Bangor Ave. in northwest Lubbock. The chase is currently ongoing, and LPD has confirmed its involvement.

  • The chase began around 6:03 PM on April 1, 2026.

The players

Lubbock Police Department

The local law enforcement agency for the city of Lubbock, Texas.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What’s next

LPD is expected to provide more details on the pursuit and any resulting arrests or incidents once the chase has concluded.

The takeaway

This active police chase in Lubbock highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in balancing public safety with the need to apprehend suspects, and will likely prompt further discussions about pursuit policies and procedures.