District 11 – South Bay

Dear Friends:

Welcome to the District 11 – South Bay website.  My name is Sergeant Johnny Ortiz and it is my honor to lead the dedicated men and women who serve our District 11 community.

The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is dedicated to delivering exceptional professional law enforcement service to all citizens throughout Palm Beach County; it is my personal goal to provide said services to the City of South Bay and the adjoining communities.

District 11 embraces the problem-solving policing philosophy and we actively seek ways to work with community partners to ensure a safe place to live and work.  This can only be accomplished with your help. I urge you to contact me, or any of our dedicated staff, so we can address community issues together.

On behalf of District 11 personnel, we look forward to working with our valued citizens, business leaders, city leaders and other organizations to maintain the high quality of life in the City of South Bay.

Sincerely,

Sergeant Johnny Ortiz

District 11 – South Bay

District Map

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Contact Info:

Main: 561-992-1045

Administrative Office/Secretary:
Tiffany Gentilcore
(561) 996-6512

Main Office: (561) 992-1045
38840 SR 80
Belle Glade, FL 33440
Satellite Office: (561) 996-6530
335 SW 2nd Ave.
South Bay, FL 33493

Fax:
(561) 996-3001

Community Resources & Links

Active Shooter Training Video

In light of the tragic events, we want to remind everyone what they can do during an Active Shooter situation.

Latest News in District 11:

On Wednesday, October 9th, 2019, at about 11:11 a.m., a shooting occurred in the area of Laurel Drive and Flagler Boulevard within the city of Lake Park

5 Year Anniversary – Homicide in Lake Park

On Wednesday, October 9th, 2019, at about 11:11 a.m., a... read more
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Shooting/Homicide in Belle Glade – October 16, 2024

PBSO deputies were dispatched to a shooting in the 200... read more
PBSO investigation

Shooting/Homicide that Occurred in Belle Glade – October 15, 2024

PBSO deputies were dispatched to a shooting incident in the... read more
In July of this year (2024), four experienced law enforcement professionals trained as assessors were selected by the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation, Inc. to conduct an assessment of the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office. This assessment looked at our policies, procedures, practices, and facilities to determine compliance with 235 Commission standards. The assessors spent three days reviewing documents, interviewing personnel, and observing and inspecting vehicles and equipment while making site visits to many of our locations around the county. At the conclusion of the assessment, a comprehensive report was submitted by the team leader to the Commission detailing their activities and our compliance with the law enforcement standards.

PBSO is Reaccredited with “Excelsior” Status by Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation, Inc.

In July of this year (2024), four experienced law enforcement... read more
We urge anyone with information related to this crime to contact Detective Emily Vander-Laan at 561-688-4711, Vander-LaanE@pbso.org, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-458-TIPS (8477).

Update – Detectives Investigate at Double Homicide on Canal Street, Belle Glade

Shortly before 10:00 pm, last evening, deputies responded to a... read more