Man Looting a Business During a State of Emergency
Detectives are seeking to identify this man who burglarized 3M Discount Express located in the 600 block of S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach. Once inside the suspect helped himself to cigarettes, lottery tickets and cash, totaling over $12,000. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-458-TIPS or you can remain ANONYMOUS by downloading our new app “CONNECT & PROTECT”, “See Something Say Something” for your Apple or Android Smart Phone. #HurricaneIrma
Suspects Almost Got Away With Burglarizing a Gun Business
Undercover deputies patrolling in the area of Zipcode Place, West Palm Beach, observed a suspicious box truck with no license plate attached driving in the area. Deputies observed the suspects wearing gloves, exit the truck and begin to canvass the area. A short time later the suspects reentered their vehicle and drove around the plaza. Deputies conducted a traffic stop and found the suspects with a loaded handgun, gloves, crowbars, a bag of ammunition and two new bicycle’s (that still had...
Busted for Stealing Musical Instruments During a State of Emergency.
Lavontte Williams is headed to jail for stealing musical instruments and equipment during a State of Emergency. Deputies patrolling in the 4600 block of N. Australian Ave, Mangonia Park, came across a white Mercedes SUV parked on the North side of Value Pawn and Jewelry with hurricane shutters (wooden boards) removed from the front of the business. Deputies determined a “burglary in progress” was occurring. After back up arrived a perimeter was set up around the business, an announcement was made and...
Two Officers Killed in Hurricane Irma Evacuation Zone Crash.
Both officers had been required to stay in the county despite mandatory evacuations due to Hurricane Irma. Deputy Bridges was picking up supplies for a hurricane shelter when her patrol car collided head-on with Sergeant Ossman's vehicle. Sergeant Ossman was reporting for his shift at the Hardee Correctional Institution, which remained opened despite the evacuation. Sergeant Ossman had served with the Florida Department of Corrections for 21 years. Our deepest prayers and condolences go out the family.
PBC Jail Currently Housing Over 460 Monroe County Inmates
Shortly before noon on September 9, 2017, PBC Jail and West County Detention Facility received approximately 460 inmates and 60 employees (including deputies and medical staff) from the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. Over 40 Florida Highway Patrol Officers escorted the caravan of inmates and staff from Monroe County to Palm Beach County. The inmates and staff will reside in Palm Beach County until Monroe County is deemed safe to return.
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...
Fugitive Friday of the Week! – Jaime Madrid
14 years ago, Digna Santos, was killed while crossing the street on her way home, on the 5000 Block of Forest Hill Blvd. The person responsible, Jaime Madrid, left the 75-year old to die. A person who used to rent a room to Madrid believes he returned to his native country, Colombia, because he mentioned that’s what he would do once released. If you know where this person is, please let us know.
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...
