A PBSO Correction Officer and his family share an inspiring story
A PBSO Correction Officer and his family share an inspiring story. "As we were attempting to go through garage and storage to prepare for a huge garage sale…we asked our 11 year son, Evan what he would like to do with all his old toys, games, etc. The choices were that we could sell it all at our garage sale and he could use the money to purchase whatever he wanted with the money…OR….he could donate them all to kids that...
Shooting in Belle Glade
Just before 9:00 pm, deputies responded to a report of shooting in the 800 block of SW Ave D, Belle Glade. When deputies arrived they located a male shot in the lower torso. The male was transported to a local hospital for treatment. No suspect information or motive known at this time. No witnesses. Detectives from the Violent Crimes Division and Crime Scene Investigators are currently in route to the scene to investigate further. If anyone has information about this shooting they are...
Scam Alert
On January 22nd, a victim reported receiving a call from a suspect whom identified himself as Lt. Cross, with the Palm Beach County Sheriff Office. The suspect told the victim a warrant was issued for his arrest for failure to attend jury duty, but the matter could be resolved if a fine of $5,555.00 was paid. The suspect instructed the victim to purchase prepaid NetSpend Reloadit with a $500 value each and call back with the authorization number. Once the authorization is...
Honoring the memory of PBSO Deputy Frederick A. Baker
Today we Honor the memory of PBSO Deputy Frederick A. Baker. At the young age of 35, he was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a group of fugitives in the Everglades, 25 miles north of West Palm Beach. The gang was wanted for crimes spanning several years, including the murders of Deputy Wilber Hendrickson, of the Dade County Sheriff's Department, and Officer John Riblet, of the Miami Police Department, on June 2, 1915. Deputy Baker was leading a posse when...Detectives developed two suspects in the heinous death of Dr. Ronald Schwartz
After a further investigation detectives developed two suspects in the heinous death of Dr. Ronald Schwartz. Suspect 1, Saul Lopez, DOB: 2/21/88, of Miami, was arrested on December 27, 2015, for Armed Robbery & First Degree Murder. He is currently being housed at the PBC main jail awaiting trial. Detectives believe suspect 2 may have fled to his native country. They are currently working with federal authorities regarding extradition. Lopez worked for the victim prior to the murder. Cash, jewelry and firearms...PBSO Supports Gang Tattoo Removal Program
The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office assists the re-entry of former gang members back into the mainstream with the Gang Tattoo Removal Program and the help of dermatologist Dr. Brent Schillinger.
