District 14

UPDATE: PBSO VCD Detectives in route to Investigate Shooting in the 1100 block of 5th Ave S, City of Lake Worth Beach

UPDATE: BUSTED for 1st Degree Murder and Robbery with a Firearm This case was presented to the grand jury on March 4, 2021.  At that time arrest warrants for issued for Reginald Jackson and Jonathan Major.  Both suspects are responsible for the homicide death this victim on December 18, 2019. ###   Media Advisory Time:           9:12 am Location:    1100 block of 5th Ave South   Deputies responded to a report of a shooting in the 1100 block of 5th Avenue South, City of Lake Worth Beach.  Upon...

Suspect wanted for Using Stolen Credit Card(s)

We believe we have this suspect identified.  Thank you for your assistance. MA21-08 For Immediate Contact: Crime Stoppers 1-800-458-TIPS Text to: tips@cspbc.com Email to:  www.crimestopperspbc.com   MEDIA ADVISORY Suspect wanted for Using Stolen Credit Card(s). The suspect pictured below is wanted for using the victim’s stolen credit card(s) to purchase electronics (big ticket) at Target located in Lake Worth.  He may have been driving a 2015 Toyota Camry. This incident occurred on February 22, 2021. Anyone who can identify these suspect(s) is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-458-TIPS or you...

Neighbor Calls Police on Parrot

Our Deputies in Lake Worth Beach came to the help of someone screaming for help. Hilarity ensued. "I was changing the brakes on my wife's car and had my 40-year-old parrot, Rambo, on his outside perch where he sings and talks. Sometime later four police officers showed up saying a neighbor called because she heard a woman screaming for help. I promptly introduced the officers to Rambo and we all had a good laugh. Afterward, I also introduced Rambo to the...

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.