Palm Beach County, Are You Ready for Hurricane Irma?
Hurricane Irma is now expected to be a Category 5. If Irma strikes the U.S., it could happen as soon as Friday. PBSO will like Palm Beach County to be ready with these basic preparedness tips: •Know where to go if your family is ordered to evacuate, know the local hurricane evacuation routes or have a plan for where else your family can go. •Put together a ready-to-go bag: disaster supply kit, including a flashlight, batteries, cash, first aid supplies, medications, and copies...
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Full-time - 911 Communications Officer $44,500 / year MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 18 years of age or older High School Diploma/GED A background suitable to a career in Law Enforcement Applicant must successfully pass Criticall Testing Position requires a 2-year commitment upon successful completion of training Must be able to work shift work – including nights, weekends, and holidaysQUALIFIED CANDIDATES: Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment Take pride in all you do Are able to multi-task and easily move from one task to another Enjoy a challenge Work successfully in a team environment and are...
Today, We Remember Fallen hero, George C. Douglass
Today, Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office remembers with pride their fallen hero, George C. Douglass. PBSO Deputy Sheriff George C. Douglass was appointed as Deputy Sheriff only five weeks before his death. He was reluctant to take the position and did so only when requested by unanimous vote of the council. On August, 27, 1921, Deputy George C. Douglass was shot trying to arrest a theft suspect near South Bay. To serve and protect was his oath, to honor him is our...
Armed Robbers Purse-Snatchers Suspects on the Loose
Does anyone recognize this face? He is one of the unknown males, armed with a weapon, who stole a victim’s purse as she was walking along the 4500 block of Kirk Road, Lake Worth. If you’re walking alone in the streets regularly, be careful carrying large amounts of money. Yet, if confronted, it’s best not to resist. It’s not worth it. Notify us as soon as possible. This incident occurred on August 8, 2017 at 6:15 pm. The suspects are described as black...
Today We Honor the Memory of Deputy Sheriff, James R. Dickinson
Today, PBSO Honors the Memory of Deputy Sheriff, James R. Dickinson, who unexpectedly left us a day like today, 28 years ago. To Serve and protect was his oath, to honor him is our duty.
SAUL PENA is this Friday’s Fugitive
He is wanted for 1) DUI Manslaughter, 2) No valid Drivers License Causing Death, 3) Fleeing or Attempting to Elude, 4) Possession of Paraphernalia and 5) Carrying a concealed weapon. He was last known to be in the area of 14th Street in Lantana. if you know where Saul is or have any information on his whereabouts, please let us know. You could be anonymous and even receive an award.
We Found the Person Involved in the Assault of our Deputy
We found him and he is about to be booked. The suspect is currently being interviewed by detectives. Once done he will be transported to jail on the charges below. ** BUSTED ** For Aggravated Assault on a Deputy with a Deadly Weapon Just after midnight on August 13, the supect flagged our deputy down claiming was in need of assistance. As our deputy exited his vehilce the suspect immediately advanced him and suddenly for unknown reasons struck him with an unknown sharp...
“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.
