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Hit and Run Crash Fatality

MEDIA  ADVISORY/ HIT AND RUN FATALITY PBSO is seeking the public’s assistance in a “Hit and Run” traffic crash investigation. The crash occurred last night at 9045 S. Jog Rd. at approximately 9:55 pm in front of the library.  An elderly male was struck and killed while standing next to his driver’s side door after he stopped for an unknown reason. The suspected vehicle is a grey Ford Expedition Limited possibly year 2011-2017.  The parts shown are the passenger side mirror...

Victim Notification Helpline

If you were a victim of sexual assault and reported it to any Law Enforcement Agency in Palm Beach County prior to July 1, 2016 and would like to know the status of evidence collected, please contact law enforcement at 561-688-4127. Please leave your name and contact information and someone will call you back.   Alternatively, you may use the form on this page and someone will contact you shortly.   Supportive services are available by contacting Palm Beach County Victim Services & Certified...

Slater gets a surprise from PBSO SWAT and K9

Slater is one of the strongest people we know. He was diagnosed a few months ago with Stage 4 Neuroblastoma and is being treated for 18 months at St Jude’s Children’s Hospital. His story and courage have inspired all of us here at PBSO. Our SWAT and the K9 team sent Slater a surprise gift to let him know that he is #SlaterStrong. Hang in there Slater, we love you. Watch full video on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OeM_NDMeAuk From his family...

PBSO Brings Joy to Little Smiles Graduates

More than 45 students were honored at the Graduation Achievement Celebration held at ChildNet in Palm Beach County. The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, joined by over 12 community sponsors, was able to provide each graduate with their own laptop and gift cards for school supplies. See the full video on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yBrYn1zCzIM

Now You Can Text 9-1-1 in Palm Beach County

Even though this technology is now available, it is important that you still CALL WHEN YOU CAN AND TEXT WHEN YOU CAN’T Here are a few things you need to know about Text to 9-1-1. When should you text? Texting to 9-1-1 is an option for individuals that are: Deaf Hard of hearing Have a speech impairment Or in an emergency situation where a voice call is not possible With texting to 9-1-1 now available, why is it still so important to...

PBSO Goes to Puerto Rico – Operation Coqui

More than 3 months ago, Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico leaving them without electricity, flooded homes and broken hearts. Today, people from the island including the Police, remain without the basic necessities, but with hope for a brighter future of restoration. PBSO began “Operation Coqui” for that purpose; to assess the damage and fact-find areas where we can come together and help. Last month, PBSO Representatives and Palm Beach County Commissioner, Dave Kerner went to Puerto Rico to examine the damage...

Detectives Investigate a Generator-related Death in Loxahatchee

On Thursday September 14, 2017, at 8:00 pm, deputies and Palm Beach County Fire Rescue responded to the 6100 block of 185th Terrace N in Loxahatchee, in reference to an unresponsive female. When PBCFR arrived they immediately became aware of a generator the family had been using during the hurricane which was located near the garage area of the residence, the exhaust had been facing directly into the garage while operating. PBCFR discovered the Carbon Monoxide levels to be very...

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...

PBSO Takes Elementary Students to LEGOLAND!

On March 16, 2017, the City of Lake Worth - District 14 Community Policing Unit with the assistance of Legoland treated 40 students from North Grade and South Grade Elementary to a fun-filled day at Legoland  in Winter Haven, Florida. The field trip was a culmination of the hard work and effort of each student that participated in the “Breaking the Cycle of Gang Recruitment” program. The program originated with the concept of mentoring elementary-aged children who could potentially have a high propensity...