Current news, events and public information from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.
Rachel Hurley – 30 years
Today marks 30 years since 14-year-old Rachel Hurley was raped and brutally killed. Last year, we did a detailed podcast about her story, which generated leads. This year, we bring you an update. Listen to it here: /the-lead/.
Student Meals
Having our schools closed because of COVID 19 shouldn’t mean kids get to go without having breakfast or lunch. For information about the closest meal site for Palm Beach County students call (561) 383-2035 or visit https://palmbeachschools.org.
Price Gouging is a Crime
While experiencing this crisis, we want to remind the public that price gouging is a CRIME! Violators will face civil penalties from $1000 to $25,000 per violation committed. To report Price Gouging call 1(866) 9NO-SCAM.
COVID 19 Information
UPDATE: The CDC recommends that for the next 8 weeks, organizers (whether groups or individuals) cancel or postpone in-person events that consist of 50 people or more throughout the United States. We'd like you to know that PBSO will be updating everyone with the major developments on COVID 19 on our site here: /news/corona-virus-information/. This is no time to panic. We must all play our part by taking the necessary precautions to protect ourselves & our loved ones.
Winter 2020 Dispatch is available
The newest edition of the Dispatch is now available:
Community Fiesta Day
If you live in Lake Worth Beach, come out to a FREE event to learn more about your city. Our "Community Fiesta Day" hosted by the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office will take place on March 7th, 2020 from 2 PM to 6 PM at Harold Grimes Memorial Park. We'll have live entertainment, food and our different units ready to interact with our community and answer your questions. Save the date!
PBSO goes pink 2020
Every year, PBSO goes pink to participate in Making Strides Against Cancer and raise funds for the American Cancer Society. This year, we not only raised awareness for breast cancer, but also raised $4,260 to contribute to the cause.
School Zone Enforcement
Our Motor Unit enforcing a school zone on Lake Worth Road wrote several warnings and tickets this morning, with the highest speed of 68 miles per hour in a 20 mph school zone. When driving by a school zone, please think of the children our children.
