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Update on Jupiter Welfare Check Homicide

**UPDATE ** August 17, 2018 2nd Suspect ARRESTED, ADJUDICATED and SENTENCED in Cuban Court First Time EVER in the history of the United States Suspect 2: Marcos Ernesto Yanes Gutierrez On July 19, 2015, approximately 10:00 am, deputies were dispatched to complete a welfare check on the homeowner living in the 9700 block of Mockingbird Trail, Jupiter.  After a cursory check of the residence deputies located a male inside deceased.  Further investigation determined the victim, retired Dr. Ronald Schwartz, was a victim of Homicide.  Detectives...

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...

Overnight News

On 8/17/2018, at 6:15 am, deputies responded to a shooting at the 600 Block of North H Street.  Upon arrival deputies discovered that an adult male had been shot.  The suspects fled of in a vehicle.  The victim was transported to a local hospital and is expected to survive. Investigation is ongoing.   On 08/17/18, 1:18 am, deputies responded to a stabbing located at 1000 S. Dixie Highway. Victim was extremely intoxicated and could not provide any information.  Investigation is ongoing.   On 08/16/18,...

Detectives Investigate a Domestic Stabbing

Media Advisory ****** UPDATE ****** Time: 08:09 am The victim has been identified as Rolando Francois, DOB: 6/05/1990, of  West Palm Beach. The investigation is still active and ongoing.   Time: 10:56 am Deputies responded to a report of a stabbing in the 1900 Block of North Haverhill Road, West Palm Beach. Upon arrival deputies located an adult male deceased. Detectives from the Violent Crimes Division arrived on scene to investigate further. Detectives were advised that a domestic incident occurred between and male and female resulting in the...

Back to School Safety

We are patrolling school zones, please slow down now that school is back in session! Please respect school zones and our crossing guard's directions. Let’s work together to make this a safe and awesome school year for everyone. Are you interested in becoming a School Traffic Safety Guard? Follow this link to learn more. Here's an example of what NOT to do in a School Zone and how NOT to behave!

Diver gone missing

PBSO is assisting the US CoastGuard and several local agencies attempting to locate a diver that has gone missing at Phil Foster Park. We are using PBSO’s Eagle, Dive Team, and Marine Unit. The search is ongoing at this time.‬

PBSO Helps Homeless Veteran Reunite with Family

On June, 2016, we met a homeless veteran while on road patrol. He was sitting near the intersection with a sign on his wheelchair stating Air Force Veteran. Mr.J stated that he lived in a shed and was injured so severely that he could no longer control his bodily functions, and could barely walk. He had been wearing the same clothes for several months and did not eat well. We wondered what happened to his family and how we could...

Missing: Sydnie Kennelly

  Have you seen Sydnie? Race:        White Gender:  Female DOB:       3/3/2001 (17 yrs) Hair:        Brown Eyes:        Hazel She has been missing since July 25th from Tequesta, FL. She was last seen wearing a white shirt, black shorts and flats. If you have any information that could lead to finding her, please contact the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office.

Found: Edward & Mekyhj McLendon

*** UPDATE **** ‪ The two brothers have been found safely. Thanks to those who helped spread the word. ‬ Have you seen Edward & Mekyhj McLendon? The two brothers were last seen around 4:30pm at Gateway Club Appartments in Boynton Beach, wearing white tank tops, jean shorts and black sandals. Please share to help us find them and bring them back home.