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Update: Deputies responded to a shooting

Updated: Further investigation into the shooting that occurred Saturday, February 27, 2021, led to a suspect, Joseph Hamilton.  Hamilton was arrested by PBC Violent Crimes Division detecitves Tuesday, March 2, 2021 for First Degree Murder.  He was transported to the PBC Jail and booked. He will be attending first appearance this morning, March 3, 2021. The victim, name withheld due to enaction of Marsy’s Law, succumbed to his injuries on March 2, 2021.   Media Advisory Time:           3:08 pm Location:     1400 block of Lakeview Drive E,...

Suspect wanted for vehicle and residential burglaries in Royal Palm Beach

MA21-09 For Immediate Contact: Crime Stoppers 1-800-458-TIPS Text to: tips@cspbc.com Email to:  www.crimestopperspbc.com MEDIA ADVISORY Suspect wanted for vehicle and residential burglaries in Royal Palm Beach. The latest incident occurred on February 5, 2021. Anyone who can identify these suspect(s) is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-458-TIPS or you can remain ANONYMOUS by downloading our new app “PBSO” for your Apple or Android Smart Phone and using the “See Something” feature. The app can also be downloaded from www.pbsoapp.com.  

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...

Suspect wanted for stealing alcohol from Total Wine store

MA21-07 For Immediate Contact: Crime Stoppers 1-800-458-TIPS Text to: tips@cspbc.com Email to:  www.crimestopperspbc.com   MEDIA ADVISORY Suspect wanted for stealing alcohol from Total Wine store. An elderly male entered Total Wine, selected a bottle of alcohol, removed it from the box and concealed on his person then excited the store. This incident occurred on February 23, 2021.  Total Wine is located in the 900 block of South St. Road 7 in the Village of Wellington. Anyone who can identify these suspect(s) is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-458-TIPS or...

Investigation into Death that occurred North BD I95 near Donald Ross Road

PBSO is investigating a Shooting/Death Investigation that occurred North BD I95 near Donald Ross Road. On February 19th, around 1:45pm there was an altercation between two adult male motorists that resulted in gunfire. Christopher Michael Maassen, 29 years of age, died on the scene. Detectives from the Violent Crimes Division are asking for the publics' help. We are looking for anyone who may have witnessed, videotaped, or photographed this incident. You can remain anonymous by calling 1-800-458-TIPS. You can also DM us...

Suspect wanted for Fraudulent withdraws from two different Banks of America

MA21-06 For Immediate Contact: Crime Stoppers 1-800-458-TIPS Text to: tips@cspbc.com Email to:  www.crimestopperspbc.com MEDIA ADVISORY Suspect wanted for Fraudulent withdraws from two different Banks of America. An unknown female entered the bank and fraudulently withdrew just under $ 20,000 in cash on November 20, 2020 and December 7, 2020.  Both banks are located in unincorporated Boca Raton. Anyone who can identify these suspect(s) is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-458-TIPS or you can remain ANONYMOUS by downloading our new app “PBSO” for your Apple or Android Smart...

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Shooting/Death Investigation on Northbound I-95 near Donald Ross Road

Time:                    1:42 pm Location:         Northbound I95 at Donald Ross Road What we know so far is there was an altercation between two adult male motorists that resulted in gunfire.  One male is deceased on scene.  One male is currently detained for questioning. Detectives from the Violent Crimes Division are currently on scene investigating.  FHP and Palm Beach Gardens PD are assisting with traffic control. Detectives are requesting anyone that may have been in the area and witnessed the shooting to contact PBSO...