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Countywide Seat Belt & Child Safety Restraint Enforcement on Sunday, April 30, 2023

Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is conducting a countywide Seat Belt & Child Safety Restraint Enforcement on Sunday, April 30, 2023. The purpose of this operation is to conduct high-visibility, zero-tolerance enforcement of all Florida State Statutes regarding seat belt usage and child safety restraints. The locations of the enforcement will be in the unincorporated areas of Palm Beach County. The hours of operation will be from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.  

Behind the Star – April 2023

This month's edition of our monthly series, "Behind the Star" is now available. As we close the week and the month, we want to share a glimpse of our daily operations and the hard work of our officers. Together, we're making a difference and keeping our streets safe.  

Sexual Battery Arrest

Our detectives worked tirelessly to identify and apprehend the suspect responsible for a heinous crime against an innocent victim. We arrested Darrell Moreland Jr. for Sexual Battery with a deadly weapon, Kidnapping and Robbery with a deadly weapon. We thank the community for their support and remind everyone to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity.

Missing Person – Bracco Esteban Minaya

The Palm Beach County Sheriffs Office is attempting to locate the below missing person. Bracco was reported missing on March 12th and last seen on foot with unknown clothing description on March 8th at 2:36 p.m. near Gun Club Road in West Palm Beach, FL. His direction of travel is unknown at this time. Anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Jarrod Foster at FosterJ@pbso.org DOB: 06/13/1996 Height: 5'6" Weight: 143 lbs Hair: Brown, Eyes: brown Tattoo on chest

Brightline Train

On March 9th, 2023, just before 3:00 pm, we responded to a collision involving a Brightline train and a vehicle at Washington Ave and S. Dixie Highway. Sadly, the driver of the vehicle, a man born in 1944, ignored the crossing gates and was hit by the southbound train. We want to take a moment to remind everyone about the importance of obeying traffic signals, including those at railroad crossings. Not doing so can lead to severe injury or even loss...

Can you identify us?

You were caught on camera, now let's talk. Three suspects entered Whole Foods and distracted an elderly victim to steal from her. The woman in white talked to the victim, while the one in the black shirt took her wallet from her purse. Then, all three left the store together. The suspects then went shopping at a local Walmart and spent over $500 with the victim's credit card. Help us identify them.

License Suspended?

You can now get back on the road with Operation Green Light. From March 13th-17th, the collection agency fees are waived for overdue tickets and court fines. Take advantage of this initiative to get back on the road. For more details, check the flyer below.