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Current news, events and public information from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.

What’s Closed this Weekend?

For those making plans for the weekend, these are the businesses that remain closed in Palm Beach County. Bars, nightclubs, strip clubs, hookah and other smoking bars, bowling alleys, arcades, playhouses, concert and movie theaters. The complete list can be found here: http://discover.pbcgov.org/PDF/COVID19/PBC-EO-15.pdf

Perfumer Pilferer

We understand times are hard, but we can't end up here. This person is wanted for stealing fragrances from Ulta Beauty. She entered the store and helped herself to fragrances worth over $1900. This took place on July 7, at the Ulta Beauty in the Village of Wellington.

Children in Hot Cars

We can't stress enough how important it is not to leave your children or pets in the car. We see it way too often. We arrested this mother for leaving her toddler in a hot car while shopping at Wellington Green Mall. Thamyres Ponce, was charged with Child Neglect.

COVID-19: Let’s Be Responsible

Dear young people of Palm Beach County, Over 3,000 individuals under the age of 18 have been tested in Palm Beach County. Of those, more than one-third (1,083) were positive. With responsibility, we can stop the spread by wearing masks, keeping our distance, washing hands, etc. Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/index.html#cases

Police Reports via Zoom

Do you need to file a police report? We have a way you can do it safely from home. Just email alternateresponseunit@pbso.org and our team will set up a Zoom meeting with you and take down all the details of the report. We want to make sure we can still offer you all the services you require while we keep each other safe.