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PBSO, Brightline, Florida East Coast Rail, Trial Rail and Amtrak Participate in Rail Safety Week

The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, District 14 – City of Lake Worth Beach, will be collaborating with Brightline, Florida East Coast Rail (FEC), Tri-Rail, and Amtrak to conduct Rail Safety Week operations from Monday, September 23, 2024, to Sunday, September 29, 2024. This initiative targets pedestrian trespassing on railroad tracks and both vehicle and pedestrian infractions at grade crossing intersections. Our primary goal is to educate the public through the distribution of flyers and pamphlets. Please note that repeat...

Unknown Suspects Wanted for Bank Jugging and Distraction Burglary

Unknown Suspects WANTED for Bank Jugging and Distraction Burglary.   These unknown suspects, distracted the victim, stole her credit card(s) then were captured attempting to purchase a Rolex watch for $ 18,000 at the Wellington Green Mall.  Fortunately, a credit card authorization was sent to the victim’s phone to alert her, as she was unaware that her cards were stolen.  This incident occurred on September 24, 2024 at 12:30 pm. 

Suspect Arrested for Homicide of a person known to him

Deputies responded to a stabbing in the 6100 block of Oak Royal Drive, in unincorporated Lake Worth. Upon arrival, deputies located a deceased male within the residence. The investigation determined that Moslet Elmeus, stabbed the adult male, a person known to him.  Deputies located the suspect nearby. He was arrested and booked into the PBC Jail the charges listed below.

Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office to Provide Investigation Update on Assassination Attempt

WASHINGTON – Today at 4:00 p.m., the Justice Department, FBI, U.S. Secret Service, and Palm Beach County Sherriff’s Office will hold a press conference to provide an update on the investigation into the apparent assassination attempt of the former president.

Update – Suspect Wanted For Grand Theft of Custom Art

Suspect wanted for Grand Theft. This unknown suspect entered the business located in 700 block of Lake Ave, City of Lake Worth Beach and proceeded to switch the tags on the merchandise which allowed him to purchase $6,500.00 worth of custom artwork for $50.00. This incident occurred on August 10, 2024 just after 3:00 pm.  PBSO urges anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers ** TIPS, 1-800-458-TIPS or remain ANONYMOUS by downloading our new app “PBSO” for your Apple or Android Smart Phone...

Shooting/Homicide that occurred in Belle Glade, September 2, 2024

Shortly after midnight on Monday, September 2, 2024, deputies responded to a shooting in the 300 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Belle Glade. Upon arrival, deputies located two adult males suffering from gunshot wounds. One male was pronounced deceased on scene. The second male was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Detectives from the Violent Crimes Division arrived on scene to investigate this double shooting as a homicide. Suspect and motive is unknown at this time.  PBSO urges anyone with...

Deputy Stabbed in Business Robbery

On Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at approximately 4:31 PM, a robbery was reported at a business located at 4180 South Jog Road, Greenacres. An off-duty PBSO deputy who entered the business became aware of the ongoing robbery and intervened. During the encounter, the deputy sustained stab wounds to his torso and hand. The suspect then fled the scene, stealing the deputy's patrol vehicle, which was later recovered near the intersection of Chickasaw Road and South Jog Road. Our deputy was...

PBSO to Host Heartwarming Story of Chris Singleton

Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office to host Heartwarming Story of Chris Singleton , "The Journey of a Victims’ Son" – Mother Emanuel Church Tragedy in Charleston, SC Thursday, August 22, 2024 between 9:00 am to 12:00 pm (noon)