Current news, events and public information from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.
Crossing Guards Needed!
School Crossing Guards play an important role in our community, by protecting children who walk and bike to and from school. To join the team, visit our website at www.pbso.org, click on the CAREERS tab and then APPLY NOW.
Incident in South Bay
The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office is investigating an incident that occurred in the area of US Highway 27, South Bay. Deputies patrolling the area heard what appeared to be gunshots and located a vehicle fleeing the scene. Upon conducting a traffic stop, three individuals were found inside the vehicle, all suffering from injuries. We can confirm that all three individuals have been transported to a local hospital for treatment, and thankfully, their injuries are non-life threatening. Our detectives from the...
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...
St Pattys Day Celebrations!
Are you making plans for St. Paddy's Day? As you gear up for the festivities, remember, if you're planning to drink, designate a sober driver or plan for a safe ride home. Cheers to a fun St. Patrick's day!
SOMEONE KNOWS SOMETHING – 2 Year anniversary
The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office is seeking information on a homicide that occurred on February 19, 2021, at approximately 1:40pm on interstate 95 in Palm Beach Gardens. Christopher Maasen died at the scene. Detectives are seeking people that may have witnessed or taken video/pictures of the altercation that occurred in the Northbound Lanes of I95 near Donald Ross Road. Anyone with information is URGED to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-458-TIPS.
Plane Crash 03/05/23
Update: March 7th, 2023 The victims have been identified as: John Holland IV, DOB 08/25/1979 of Delray Beach and Michael Marshall Jr., DOB: 12/05/1988 of Boca Raton. Last night around 9:26 PM, Deputies responded to a place crash at the Lantana Airport. Upon arrival the plane was engulfed with flames which were extinguished by PBCFR. Two deceased W/M victims were observed in the wreckage. The scene was contained by PBSO overnight. FAA and NTSB will arrive in the morning to assume the investigation....
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.
Do you know what district you live in?
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office has 20 districts in our County. Do you know what district you are in? Use this map and webpage to find your district and receive news alerts. //district-map-all
