Tag - safety

Sheriff Bradshaw speaks before Senate Judiciary Committee

  Sheriff Bradshaw testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Red Flag Laws and the guidelines for state action. Among other topics, he pointed out that prevention and intervention are key factors to resolving gun violence. PBSO is on the forefront with our Behavioral Services Unit. "Regarding the dangers to law enforcement in cases involving risk protection orders and confiscating guns, I stressed to the committee that it does not need to be a gun - even a pressure cooker could be...

PBSO Deputies, School District, Home Depot help a girl in need

  This is how a community comes together to help out one of their own. The Palm Beach County School District notified our deputies of an impoverished young girl who needed a wheelchair ramp for her home. We contacted Home Depot and we built something that would make her life a little better. We just completed the build of a brand new ramp for Victoria thanks to Home Depot and PBC Schools, Victoria can now move safely in and out of her...

Active Shooter Situations

In light of the tragic event that took place this week in Ventura County, PBSO would like to remind everyone what we can do during an Active Shooter situation. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families, victims and everyone else affected with the recent shooting, especially the officer from the Ventura County Sheriff's Office who was killed in the line of duty protecting his community from this senseless act. See all PBSO videos on our PBSO TV channel!

Domestic Violence Victim’s Story

A victim of domestic violence speaks about her experience and gives tips to other victims on how to handle what they are going through. Also, a PBSO Victim's Advocate explains how The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office helps victims. We want you to know that we are here to help. If you or someone you know is a victim, call us 561-688-3400. There is more information on our Domestic Violence page.  

Missing & Possibly Endangered Teen – Gianna Belmonte

MEDIA ADVISORY Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance with locating a Missing & Possibly Endangered Teen The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is looking for Gianna Belmonte. Gianna, DOB: 8/03/2006, was last seen on October 17, 2018, 4:00 pm, in the 4500 block of Oak Terrace Drive, Greenacres and has not been seen or heard from since. Gianna, has brown hair with blue streaks.  She was last seen wearing blue jeans, black t-shirt, black Nike flip flops and is...

Common School Crossing Violations

If you are a parent, you know that the commute to and out of school can be chaotic with lots of traffic and crossing guards helping kids cross streets, but common school crossing violations are accidents waiting to happen. Let's protect our children, here’s how.   See all PBSO videos on our PBSO TV channel!