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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.
What To do When a Hurricane is Coming – Timeline
What to do when a hurricane is 6 hours from arriving If you’re not in an area that is recommended for evacuation, plan to stay at home or where you are and let friends and family know where you are. Close storm shutters, and stay away from windows. Flying glass from broken windows could injure you. Turn your refrigerator or freezer to the coldest setting and open only when necessary. If you lose power, food will last longer. Keep a...
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...
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...
“Conversation with a Deputy” at a Local Dunkin’ Donuts Store
Today, PBSO District 13 (Belle Glade) along with Executive Staff attended a “Conversation with a Deputy” at the local Dunkin Donuts store. The event was attended by over 100 individuals who were interested in talking with Deputies regarding issues that affect their community. The residents expressed gratitude for the effort of the Sheriff’s Office in organizing this outreach event. The outpour of support is a key component in creating a positive working partnership with the residents of Belle Glade.
Jorge Duran is this Friday’s Fugitive
Who runs after killing someone in a car crash? Jorge Duran did. For that reason, you, Jorge Duran, are this week’s Fugitive. Duran may be using the Alias: “Jorge Andres Parra Duran.” He is now 31 years old and was last seen in Keenland Circle, West Palm Beach. Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-458-TIPS (8477) or send us a tip through our PBSO Connect + Protect App.
PBSO Busts Lake Worth Man for 1987 Shooting/Death of Wife
On July 23, 1987, at 7:45 p.m. deputies of the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office responded to 1614 Osborne Circle, Lake Worth after receiving a 911 call from the homeowner, James O'Neil. James O'Neil reported that his wife, Verna O'Neil had committed suicide. James advised as he and Verna struggled with firearm it accidentally discharged striking Verna in the left side of her face. The Medical Examiner listed the cause of death as gunshot wound to the head and the...
PBSO Encourages You to Think Like a Penguin
We launched our "Think like a Penguin" program that was created to bring awareness and avoid children & animals from being left behind in hot cars. We will be reminding our fans on social media during the hottest temperatures of the day, to check for their child or pet in the back seat. Just recently in Orlando, there was a child left behind in a hot car and the child perished. We want to do all that we can to avoid such...
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