Boy with Autism becomes PBSO Sheriff for the Day

Jack, a boy who has Autism and loves law enforcement. His condition makes it difficult for him to make friends. He approaches many law enforcement officers offering his support and thank you cards. He has found many friends within PBSO. Sheriff Ric Bradshaw invites him to come and be Sheriff for a day. Getting to see firsthand many of the tools PBSO uses to keep him safe. The Mounted Unit, K9 Unit, and PBSO swat came out to support Jack and...

Victim of Stolen Bicycle is Surprised By An Act of Kindness By Deputies

Deputies made a positive difference in a victims life today.  Mr. Clinton Hamilton is 72 years old and does not drive.  He relies on his bicycle to get him to and from his job at Crestwood Middle School.  When deputies learned he was a victim of a stolen bicycle they bought him a new bike, helmet and chain.  He could not believe the kindness!  

Double Homicide In Lake Worth

Double Homicide on Washington Ave, Lake Worth. Deputies responded to a report of a shooting in the 700 block of Washington Ave, Lake Worth. Upon arrival they located two individuals deceased from gunshot wounds. This area is known to be a high drug and narcotic area. Detectives from the Violent Crimes Division and Crime Scene Investigators are in route to the scene to investigate further. Two deceased individuals were found on scene. One female and one male. Detectives are still in the process...

Shooting In Lake Worth

PBSO in investigating a Shooting that occurred in the City of Lake Worth. Shortly after 6:00 pm this evening, deputies responded to a shooting that occurred at 10th Avenue and North A Street, in the city of Lake Worth. Upon arrival deputies located a male shot. He was transported to St. Mary’s Medical Center. His condition is unknown. No suspect or motive known at this time. Detectives from the Violent Crimes Division and Crime Scene Investigators are in route to the scene to...

Shooting In Pahokee

Just before 1:00 am on Sunday, August 14, 2016, deputies responded to a shooting in the 700 block of Joe Louis Ave, located in Pahokee. Upon arrival, deputies located two individuals with gunshot wounds. Both victims were airlifted to St. Mary’s Medical Center where one of the victim’s passed away from his injuries and the second victim is in critical condition. Detectives from the Violent Crimes Division and Crime Scene Investigators responded to the scene to investigate further. No motive or suspect...

PBSO Deputy Thanks Young Supporter

"If you know my boy Jack, you know he loves law enforcement. He's made it his mission to thank as many LEOs as he can and genuinely feels proud when he gets a smile or "thank you" in return. As you know, Jack has autism and this disability makes it so difficult for him to connect with other people. The fact that he approaches cops, initiates & engages in conversation is a tremendous accomplishment. There are some officers who have gone...

PBSO Deputy Caught Praying With The Community

"I was at a nail shop in a plaza by wal-mart on 441 and belvedere and there was an accident that happened in the plaza where a older gentleman crashed into the bagel place ... After the officer help him and made sure the gentleman was okay he walked back to his motorcycle him and the young man were having a conversation and out of nowhere this lady walked over and asked them to pray with out hesitation they all...