PBSO Second Annual Teen Summit
On Saturday, February 25, 2017, the city of Belle Glade held its 2nd Annual Teen Summit. Deputy Kenneth Torrence from the Palm Beach Sherriff's Office was invited to sit on the panel to speak about what PBSO/PAL is doing to help prevent crime and violence in the city. The citizens of Belle Glade responded that they really appreciate the PBSO/PAL presence and involvement in the city to help prevent crime. They also understand that they have to get more involved by working with...
PBSO is Looking for 2 Armed Man Involved in Home Robbery
Looking for two armed men that invaded a home and robbed a victim at gunpoint. Suspects wanted for Armed Home Invasion. Two armed males, one wearing a mask, followed the victim home and robbed him at gun point outside his residence. Suspect 2, entered the residence and demanded property from the victim inside. Both suspects fled in a gray 2010 to 2013, 4 door Honda Accord. Suspect 1, was described as a black male, 5’05”, mid 20’s with a thin build. Suspect 2 (composite below)...
PBSO is Seeking Your Help to Identify Female Associated with a Fight
PBSO is seeking your help to identify a female associated with a fight that took place on Sunday. The female can been seen in the middle of these two other women in this picture. Deputies responded to a fight that occurred outside, in-between Downtown Pizza and CJ’s Island Grill, early Sunday morning. Deputies learned that an altercation took place between two females. The fight was broken up by other patrons before deputies arrived. One female stayed on scene and the other fled. This investigation is active and...
PBSO Person of Interest in Attempted Children Abduction
Black male approached two children asking if they would like candy in a dirty white van similar to an attempted abduction on the 13th. On January 31, 2017, at approximately 6:00 pm, two children were approached by an unknown black male as they were walking home near Winder Court in the Lake Charleston Community. Both children were asked by the black male if they wanted candy, they said no and ran home. The “person of interest” was described as: In his 40’s ...
Man Caught Stealing Car in Lake Worth on Surveillance Video
This guy was captured on surveillance video as he entered Food Mart in the City of Lake Worth. He walked out of the store then entered an unattended, idling 2013 Toyota Corolla and bounced. This incident occurred on February 20, 2017. Food Mart is located in the 100 block of Federal Highway, Lake Worth. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-458-TIPS. You can remain ANONYMOUS by downloading our new app “CONNECT & PROTECT”, “See Something Say Something” from your Apple or...
Adopt-A-Bear Foundations Donates Teddy Bears to PBSO
The Adopt-A-Bear foundation stopped by PBSO Headquarters to donate 600 teddy bears. Sheriff Rick Bradshaw and a group of deputies welcomed the fuzzy toys with open arms. As much as we loved the donation, the teddy bears are not for us, but for any children we encounter who need a smile on their face. Our deputies often come across abused, abandoned or vulnerable children in Palm Beach county. What a better way to brighten their day than with a teddy bear. Thank you Adopt-A-Bear foundation for the heart-warming donation. ...
NFL Travis Benjamin Speaks at West Detention Center – PBSO
/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Travis-Benjamin-of-NFL-Speaks-at-West-Detention-Center-PBSO.mp4 NFL Wide Receiver, Travis Benjamin, of the Los Angeles Chargers, spoke with inmates at the West Detention Center in Belle Glade, Florida. "I just gave them a background of my life and the things I look forward to and the mistakes I have made," explained Benjamin. He truly believes that living life with fear made him successful and his faith in God. The inmates are participants in the 'Another Way' program run by the Palm Beach Sheriff's Office.
PBSO Says Goodbye to Retired K-9 Justice!
/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/K9-Justice.mp4 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of retired K-9 "Justice." Justice was a dedicated member of the Sheriff's Office who worked tirelessly for the safety of our citizens for many years. From all day training to late night call outs, Justice loved his job. RIP friend, thank you for your service, loyalty and dedication.
