Detectives Investigate an Attempted Abduction in Lake Charleston Development
Detectives are investigating an attempted abduction. Deputies responded to a call of an attempted abduction in the 7300 block of Zurich Circle, (Lake Charleston Development). The chain of events as we were told by the child are as follows: • Shortly after the child returned home from school he decided to play outside • The child was kicking a ball around when the ball went over a fence • The child retrieved the ball from the fence area when he was approached by an unknown...
Honoring A Memory of True Valor | Deputy Frederick Baker
On the important date of January 9, almost 100 years ago, Deputy Frederick Baker led a group of men on one of the bravest missions in Palm Beach Sheriff office history. He paid dearly with his life but his act of bravery, will never be forgotten. Fallen Deputy Frederick Baker who was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a group of fugitives in the Everglades, 25 miles north of West Palm Beach. This gang was wanted for crimes spanning several...PBSO Marine and Aviation Unit worked together to save a life.
TEAMWORK PAID OFF TODAY. PBSO Marine and Aviation Unit worked together to save a life. Just before 2 am this morning, deputies from the Marine Unit were dispatched to a “man overboard” call 5 miles east of the Boynton Beach Inlet. Once they arrived and spoke with the complainant deputies learned a male occupant either jumped or fell from the vessel. PBSO Eagle helicopter was requested. The pilot located the male swimming 1 ½ miles from where the vessel was located....
Deputies Locate Suspect Wanted for Early Morning Home Invasion.
Two male suspects dressed in tactical/swat gear forced their way into a residence in the 17300 block of 72nd Rd North, Loxahatchee. Both males had gloves and masks and were armed with handguns. During the incident, the homeowner retuned home and confronted the suspects. The suspects took off and the homeowner followed them. The homeowner called 911 and advised dispatch where the suspects were headed. Road Patrol deputies and the helicopter were able to locate the suspect’s vehicle and began...
The Passing of PBSO K-9 “Kenzo”
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of PBSO K-9 "Kenzo". He served heroically from 2006-2013 and was responsible for countless felony apprehensions, one of which K-9 Kenzo sustained a gunshot wound while apprehending a murder suspect. On June 4, 2012, K9 Kenzo located the suspect hiding and ready to ambush deputies. K9 Kenzo drew the suspect’s attention away from approaching deputies resulting in him being shot twice by the suspect before deputies could return fire. As an...
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!
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...
