Suspects wanted for $1.3 million pump shaft theft in Midland

Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Jesse Zaragoza, KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) · July 21, 2026 · 1 min read

MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Midland Crime Stoppers is seeking public assistance in identifying a three suspects for stealing approximately $1.3 million worth of pump shafts. The incident occurred at the 11000 block of West HWY 80 on July 4th, at 4:00 am. Security footage shows three suspects ent...

Why this matters in The Midland

The theft of $1.3 million worth of pump shafts in Midland has significant implications for the local economy, given the crucial role that oil and gas production plays in the region. The fact that the incident occurred on a major highway, West HWY 80, raises concerns about the vulnerability of businesses and infrastructure in the area. Midland Crime Stoppers' appeal for public assistance suggests that law enforcement is relying on the community to help identify the suspects and bring them to justice. The use of security footage to investigate the crime also highlights the importance of investing in surveillance systems to deter and detect criminal activity. As the investigation unfolds, it will be worth watching to see how the community and local authorities respond to this major theft, and what measures are taken to prevent similar crimes in the future.

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Category: safety · Published: July 21, 2026 · Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) · Reading time: 1 min

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Suspects wanted for $1.3 million pump shaft theft in Midland

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