District 13

SCAM ALERT – BEWARE – Imposter claiming to be Criminal Justice Commission

** SCAM ALERT ** SCAM ALERT ** SCAM ALERT ** BEWARE … there is an imposter calling members of the community and claiming to be with the Palm Beach County Criminal Justice Commission.  This imposter is advising the recipient of the call that he/she has a warrant for their arrest.  The imposter goes on to say that the warrant can be rectified by a dollar amount sent to the Dominican Republic. DO NOT FALL FOR THIS SCAM!    If you receive a call...

PBSO is conducting TRAFFIC / Speed & Aggressive Driving Enforcement * Saturday, March 13, 2021 * 9 am – 5 pm *

For Immediate Release Contact:          Media Relations 688-3080 MEDIA ADVISORY Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is conducting a TRAFFIC / SPEED & AGGRESSIVE DRIVING ENFORCEMENT The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office DUI Enforcement Unit will be conducting a Traffic / Speed & Aggressive Driving Enforcement on Saturday, March 13, 2021.  Deputies will enforce Florida State Statutes for speeding and aggressive driving and educate the public on the dangers of excessive speed and aggressive driving. The locations of the saturation patrol will consist of different main roadways...

Operation Strike Heat nets 60 Arrests

Operation Strike Heat nets 60 arrests for Weapons, Drugs, and Driving Charges. The operation concentrated on crime offenses of narcotics (trafficking and sales), firearms, burglaries, robberies, and gang activity. It took place in the north end of Palm Beach County last weekend, April 12th & 13th, 2019 from 11:00 am to 10:00 pm. The areas of concentration were Unincorporated West Palm Beach, Riviera Beach, Town of Mangonia Park and Town of Lake Park. Sixty arrests were effected for weapons-related charges, narcotic...

From Inmates to Graduates

"Don't serve the time, let the time serve you." - Connor Vaughn. Six inmates graduated from the West Detention Center in Belle Glade. They received their GED diplomas to help them re-enter back into society when they are released from jail. The GED Program is a second chance to get a High School Diploma. The requirements are the same, they are responsible to complete courses like Language Arts, Science, Social Studies and Math. Everybody deserves a second chance and these men...

“Conversation with a Deputy” at a Local Dunkin’ Donuts Store

Today, PBSO District 13 (Belle Glade) along with Executive Staff attended a “Conversation with a Deputy” at the local Dunkin Donuts store. The event was attended by over 100 individuals who were interested in talking with Deputies regarding issues that affect their community. The residents expressed gratitude for the effort of the Sheriff’s Office in organizing this outreach event. The outpour of support is a key component in creating a positive working partnership with the residents of Belle Glade.