Illegal Harvesting of Saw Palmetto Berries Leads to an Arrest
On August 21, 2025, deputies assigned to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office Wildlands Task Force received a tip regarding the possible illegal harvesting of saw palmetto berries within the Yamato Scrub Natural Area, a protected preserve owned and managed by Palm Beach County Environmental Resources Management (ERM). Saw palmetto berries are classified as a commercially exploited plant species native to Florida. Harvesting them without a permit and the express written consent of the property owner is prohibited under state law,...
Agents with the South Florida Criminal Apprehension Team (CAT) Arrest Suspects for Vehicle Burglaries
During the early morning hours of August 6, 2025, a series of vehicle burglaries occurred within the Bella Terra community in Royal Palm Beach. During the incidents, the suspects stole a 2024 Toyota Tundra from the victim’s residence. Agents with the South Florida Criminal Apprehension Team (CAT) responded to the scene and developed investigative leads. Through investigative efforts, CAT agents located the stolen Tundra in the Royal Palm Beach area. The vehicle became occupied and traveled to Palm Beach Gardens with...
Behind the Star – August 2025
This month's edition of our monthly series, "Behind the Star" is now available.Military Marker Located on Lake Worth Beach
On Thursday, July 31, 2025, at approximately 5:56 p.m., a beachgoer discovered what appeared to be a military ordinance marker on Lake Worth Beach. The individual picked up the item and brought it to a nearby lifeguard, who immediately notified the PBSO. Upon arrival, deputies evacuated the beach and closed surrounding roadways including the upper parking lot as a precaution. Patrons at Benny’s on the Beach were advised to shelter in place until the incident was resolved. PBSO’s Bomb Squad responded to...
Seeking to Identify a “Person of Interest” in Attempted Burglary(s) in the City of Lake Worth Beach
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s help in identifying a female suspect wanted for Attempted Burglary. An unknown female attempted to enter multiple apartments located in the 400 block of South Ocean Breeze, Lake Worth Beach. Anyone with information regarding the identity of this individual is urged to contact Detective S. Holsonback at Holsonbacks@pbso.org or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-458-TIPS. Tipsters may remain anonymous.
High Visibility Enforcement to Improve Pedestrian & Bicycle Safety
Palm Beach County ranks fifth (top 40%) in the State of Florida, for counties with a population of over 300,001, for traffic crashes resulting in serious and fatal injuries to pedestrians and bicyclists. In 2024, in Palm Beach County, pedestrians and bicyclists were involved in 1,819 collisions, resulting in 162 serious injury crashes, and 66 fatal crashes. In an effort to protect the safety of those most vulnerable roadway users, the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office will conduct High Visibility Enforcement...
Behind the Star – July 2025
This month's edition of our monthly series, "Behind the Star" is now available.
Suspect Busted for Burglary to Storage Unit
On June 8, 2025, a victim reported that his storage unit account had been mysteriously closed and that thousands of dollars’ worth of property had been stolen. A thorough investigation revealed that a business employee had fraudulently altered the victim’s account settings to prevent notifications and changed his access code. The employee then alerted an accomplice, who unlawfully entered the storage unit and stole property valued at over $90,000. With the assistance of the South Florida Task Force, the suspect was identified. On...
