West Region

We Arrest 3 Juveniles Linked to 46 Auto Thefts

This weekend, our task force, along with PBSO helicopter and the Broward County Sheriff’s Office Burglary Apprehension Team, conducted a surveillance operation on suspects that have been linked to at least 46 High-end Auto Thefts out of East Boca Raton, Wellington, West Delray, and West Boca Raton. Yes, you read right, forty-six auto thefts. While in the community of Saturnia (West Boca Raton), the subjects committed an occupied residential burglary by entering the victim’s garage and attempted to steal their Jaguar SUV....

Car Creeper Busted

Christopher Dillion was captured for committing not 1, or 2, or 3, but 56 vehicle burglaries in the Victoria Groves Development in Royal Palm Beach, overnight. Dillion was arrested and charged with several burglary-related charges. At Dillion’s residence, detectives found property from the overnight vehicle burglaries as well as property from other burglaries. Detectives will be charging Dillion with additional charges. Dillion is currently being housed in the PBC Jail on NO BOND. He will be attending first appearance on Friday, December 29th.

Suspect Wanted for Armed Burglary to a Business in the Village of Wellington

Did El Chapo escape again? Not quite. But the suspect wanted for armed burglary to a business in the Village of Wellington is definitely a fan. An unknown armed suspect entered the Chevron gas station on October 18th at 11:30 PM and demanded cash, cigarettes and cigars from the clerk and then fled in a newer model black SUV. The suspect was described as a dark-skinned male, between the ages of 20 & 25 years old, medium build, approximately 5’06”, and 140...

Detectives Receive True Bill (First Degree Murder) for Clown Murder

On Saturday, May 26, 1990, Marlene Warren was at her residence located at 14570 Takeoff Place in Wellington, along with her 22 year old son, Joseph Ahrens and several of his friends. While finishing breakfast, around 10:45 a.m., they noticed a White Chrysler LeBaron pull into the driveway and a person dressed as a clown exit the vehicle and approach the front door of the residence. The person dressed as the clown was carrying a flower arrangement and two balloons....

Detectives Investigate a Generator-related Death in Loxahatchee

On Thursday September 14, 2017, at 8:00 pm, deputies and Palm Beach County Fire Rescue responded to the 6100 block of 185th Terrace N in Loxahatchee, in reference to an unresponsive female. When PBCFR arrived they immediately became aware of a generator the family had been using during the hurricane which was located near the garage area of the residence, the exhaust had been facing directly into the garage while operating. PBCFR discovered the Carbon Monoxide levels to be very...

PBSO Deputy is Ambushed and Assaulted Last Night

One of our Deputies was ambushed and assaulted last night. $5,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to an arrest. On Sunday, August 13, 2017, at approximately 12:30 am, a PBSO Deputy was conducting a business check in the alleyway of 1011 7th Ave South, Lake Worth. The deputy was flagged down by an unknown black male in the alleyway. Upon making contact with the male suspect, the Deputy was ambushed and struck on the right side of his face...

“Conversation with a Deputy” at a Local Dunkin’ Donuts Store

Today, PBSO District 13 (Belle Glade) along with Executive Staff attended a “Conversation with a Deputy” at the local Dunkin Donuts store. The event was attended by over 100 individuals who were interested in talking with Deputies regarding issues that affect their community. The residents expressed gratitude for the effort of the Sheriff’s Office in organizing this outreach event. The outpour of support is a key component in creating a positive working partnership with the residents of Belle Glade.      

3 People Shot Outside Belle Glade Health Dpt.

We are investigating a shooting in Belle Glade outside Belle Glade Health Department where three people have been shot. Deputies responded to a shooting outside the Belle Glade Health Department. Upon arrival they located three victims shot. All three victims were taken to a local hospital for treatment. Conditions are unknown. The scene is very active and ongoing. No motive or suspect information is known at this time. Detectives from the Violent Crimes Division and Crime Scene Investigators are in route to the...

PBSO Investigates Shooting in South Bay

Deputies responded to a shooting in the 100 block of NW 9th Ave, South Bay. Upon arrival deputies found two victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Conditions are unknown. The scene is very active and ongoing. No motive or suspect information is known at this time. Detectives from the Violent Crimes Division and Crime Scene Investigators are in route to the scene to investigate further. More information will be released when it becomes available. Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-458-TIPS. Location: 100...