PBSO Busts Suspect for Attempted First Degree Murder
Who remembers the shooting back in May, in unincorporated West Palm Beach (4600 block of Gardenette Road)? Apparently, this was a fight that got out of control. The victim ended up being transported to the hospital with a gunshot wound. After further investigation, we were able to locate the suspect, Kenneth A. Murph, and arrested him today for Attempted First Degree Murder (Firearm) and Armed Robbery (Firearm). Keep them coming, team!
Operation Cops with Comics
Ben Savedow came to donate hundreds of comic books to our Deputies so that they could give it out to children that they encounter on the road. He wanted a way to connect Law Enforcement Officers with the youth of Palm Beach County. Ben hand selected all the comics and removed all the comics that used weapons or guns. He plans on donating more next year. https://www.facebook.com/palmbeachcountysheriff/videos/1562530393821813/
PBSO Arrest Man Playing Cops
Although we are honored to be an example to follow, this crossed the line. On Sunday, we spotted a suspicious black & white (police style) vehicle driving near Lake Avenue and North Dixie Highway. The man turned on a police-style siren and spotlight behind another vehicle, attempting to pull the vehicle over. The deputy witnessed this vehicle with the word POLICE in large letters on the trunk. Our deputy immediate became suspicious and initiated a traffic stop on the police-style vehicle. The deputy...
PBSO Bust Drug Dealer from Lake Worth
Agents BUST Sammie Wells Jr. and SEIZE Heroin, Marijuana and Ammunition After an ongoing investigation, agents from PBSO’s Narcotics Division served a search warrant at a home located in the 1200 block of 14th Street, Lake Worth. What they found was: 31-year old Sammie Wells Jr., a known drug offender. Numerous drugs and ammunition were seized and Sammie Wells Jr. was taken to the Palm Beach County Jail on ten drug-related charges.
Hi Neighbors – PBSO Joins the NextDoor
PBSO is excited to let you know that the we are joining Nextdoor to share information and updates that have direct impact on your neighborhood. Let us assure you that your Nextdoor neighborhood conversation remains private to you and your neighbors; we will only be able to see your replies to our posts, and private messages that you send directly to us. If you have an emergency, please contact us directly. We cannot ensure a timely response to Nextdoor requests. We look forward...
PBSO Investigates the Shooting/Homicide of a Barber Near a Restaurant
At 10:30 am, Sunday, July 23, 2017, deputies were dispatched to a disturbance in the 4600 block of Myla Lane, West Palm Beach. Before their arrival, PBSO dispatch received a 911 call from a nearby Subway restaurant regarding a shooting victim appearing in the restaurant. PBC Fire Rescue arrived and transported the victim to a local hospital for treatment. Detectives learned that the victim died in surgery a short time later. Detectives from the Violent Crimes Division are investigating the shooting as a homicide. The...
Busted for Stealing a Pair of White Sneakers from “OfferUp” App
BUSTED for stealing some white Kicks. Zeandre Kirlew will now be wearing crocks in our Jail. The victim placed an ad on the cell phone app “OfferUp” selling a pair of white Nike sneakers. The suspect and victim arranged to meet at a local development clubhouse. The victim and suspect spoke briefly, the suspect tried on the shoes and agreed to purchase the sneakers. The suspect walked back to his car as if he were going to get the money to...
3 People Shot Outside Belle Glade Health Dpt.
We are investigating a shooting in Belle Glade outside Belle Glade Health Department where three people have been shot. Deputies responded to a shooting outside the Belle Glade Health Department. Upon arrival they located three victims shot. All three victims were taken to a local hospital for treatment. Conditions are unknown. The scene is very active and ongoing. No motive or suspect information is known at this time. Detectives from the Violent Crimes Division and Crime Scene Investigators are in route to the...
