PAMPA, Texas — The City of Pampa is pleased to announce the selection of Shawn Myatt as the City’s next Chief of Police. Myatt will officially assume his duties on October 1, 2026.
Myatt brings more than 28 years of police-chief-level leadership experience to Pampa, having served communities across Texas throughout his career. He currently serves as Chief of Police for the City of Bellmead, where he has led the department since July 2022.
Prior to Bellmead, Myatt served the City of Navasota as Chief of Police and later simultaneously served as Chief of Police and Assistant City Manager. Earlier in his career, he held progressive law enforcement leadership positions with several Texas municipalities, including serving as Police Chief, Public Safety Director and Assistant City Manager.
Shawn Myatt Myatt holds a Master Peace Officer certification through the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) and an Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice. Myatt is a member of the Texas Police Chiefs Association and the International Association of Chiefs of Police.
“Shawn brings not only an incredible amount of experience but proven record of leadership to the City of Pampa,” City Manager Shane Stokes said. “What stood out throughout the selection process was not only his knowledge of law enforcement but also his knowledge of municipal government having served in other capacities throughout his career. We love his commitment to developing people, building relationships and creating a culture of accountability and service. We believe Shawn will be a tremendous asset to the Pampa Police Department and to our community, and we look forward to welcoming him and his family to Pampa.”
Until Myatt assumes his new role on October 1, Brian Massey will continue to serve as Interim Chief of Police.
“I also want to recognize Brian Massey for the outstanding job he has done leading the department during this transition,” Stokes said. “Brian stepped up when we needed him, provided stability and continued to move the department forward. His leadership and commitment to the men and women of the Pampa Police Department and to the citizens of Pampa have been greatly appreciated. Biran will continue to be a very integral part of the Pampa Police Department moving forward.”
Community Meet & Greet
The community is invited to meet incoming Police Chief Shawn Myatt during a Meet & Greet on Monday, August 31, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Pampa City Hall. The event will be held in the second floor conference room.
Everyone is encouraged to stop by and welcome Chief Myatt to Pampa and have an opportunity to visit with him before he officially assumes his duties on October 1.
The City of Pampa looks forward to welcoming Chief Myatt and beginning this new chapter of leadership for the Pampa Police Department.
