District 14

Jorge Vargas Murder – Seeking the Public’s Help

We are seeking the assistance of Palm Beach County's public to find out who killed Jorge Vargas. This tragic incident took place on Wednesday, August 7th at approximately 4:30 PM, at the Cruz Fashion Store in Lake Worth Beach. Our team and the victim's family is asking anyone who might have any information to please call Crime Stoppers at (800)458-TIPS or our Violent Crimes Division at (561)688-3400. Let's bring closure for this family.  

Anti-Bullying Awareness

Since February is Anti-Bullying Awareness month, we were invited to make a presentation about bullying to a group of parents at Bridges at Highland Elementary School. As an incentive for participating during the presentation, each parent received a PBSO color-changing cup for parents to use as a “talking piece” with their children regarding bullying. The parents were appreciative of the community outreach effort and we couldn’t be happier to answer their questions.

Thanksgiving kindness

On 11/21/2018 deputies responded to Lake Worth Rd and S Military Trail (in the IHOP plaza ) in reference to a suspicious vehicle. Deputies made contact with the owner of the vehicle who advised she had broken down and was making arrangements to move the vehicle. The following day (Thanksgiving ) Deputies noticed the vehicle remained in the same position. In making contact once more with the owner of the vehicle, deputies learned the female had been homeless, living out...

Deputy-Involved Shooting at Forest Hill and Military

PBSO is investigating a deputy-involved shooting that occurred at Forest Hill Blvd and Military Trail, on the southwest side. The deputy received minor injuries and is currently being treated. The subject was taken to a local hospital to be treated for a gunshot wound. This is the press conference from Sheriff Ric Bradshaw regarding this incident.