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Two arrested, dozens of roosters seized in Lamesa cockfighting investigation

Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Gabriella Meza, as published by KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) · July 17, 2026 · 1 min read

A police investigation in Lamesa, Texas, has led to the arrest of two men. The investigation centered on alleged organized cockfighting activities in the area. As a result of the investigation, dozens of roosters were seized.

The details of the arrests and the investigation are being reported by local news sources. For more information on the arrests and the cockfighting investigation, readers can refer to the full report from KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin.

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For the complete original report, visit KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC). Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom.

Category: safety · Published: July 17, 2026 · Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) · Reading time: 1 min

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Byline on source page	Gabriella Meza, as published by KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
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Source published	Jul 17, 2026
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Two arrested, dozens of roosters seized in Lamesa cockfighting investigation

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