Busted For Rental Fraud Scheme
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office received multiple complaints from property owners who were defrauded by Turia Grantlin. During the investigation, and after reviewing evidence, detectives determined that Grantlin rented multiple single-family homes in Wellington between 2005 and 2026. She utilized falsified financial documents, credit reports, and tenant background reports to secure leases.
Behind the Star – April 2026
This month's edition of our monthly series, "Behind the Star" is now available.
Suspect Arrested for Kidnapping, Sexual Battery and Indecent Exposure
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying any additional victims who may have had contact with the individual depicted in the attached photograph, identified as Verwayne Alexander. He is known to operate a gray 2019 Chevrolet Trax. Alexander has been arrested and charged with kidnapping and sexual battery. Detectives are actively continuing their investigation to determine whether additional individuals may have encountered him under similar circumstances.
PBSO Saddened to Announce the Passing of Former Sheriff Richard P. Wille
Richard P. Wille, former Sheriff of the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, passed away this morning. He was 97. Sheriff Wille served the citizens of Palm Beach County from 1977 to 1995, leading the agency for nearly two decades during a period of significant growth and change in the county. Prior to being elected sheriff, he served as Chief of Police in North Palm Beach and built a distinguished career in law enforcement dedicated to public service.Serial Porch Pirate Busted
On March 30, 2026, an investigation began into a serial “porch pirate” suspect responsible for multiple thefts throughout Palm Beach County. Through investigative means, the suspect was identified as Tamika McGlashan, who was traveling to various residences and committing thefts from dwellings by removing delivered packages. During the investigation, probable cause was established for a residential search warrant at a residence in Lake Worth. On April 3, 2026, the search warrant was executed, and McGlashan was taken into custody. During execution...
Busted for Staging a Crash and Submitting a Fraudulent Insurance Claim
On February 22, 2026, deputies responded to a crash at the intersection of Woolbright Road and El Clair Ranch Road. Following a thorough investigation, including a review of video evidence and witness interviews, it was determined that the suspect intentionally and violently struck another vehicle in a staged crash.
Suspect Busted for Theft of Sensitive Computer Equipment
On March 27, 2026, detectives responded to the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections Office, located at 4301 Cherry Road, regarding the reported theft of sensitive computer equipment.
Busted for Targeting Victims with Immigration Related Vulnerabilities
On March 20, 2026, an investigation was initiated into an alleged scheme to defraud targeting individuals with immigration-related vulnerabilities. The investigation revealed that Mitzy Mariel Farfan falsely represented herself as an immigration attorney and/or a court-affiliated individual in order to obtain money from victims.
