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

PBSO2024-10-16T14:12:54-04:00Shortly before 10:00 pm, last evening, deputies responded to a shooting at 27 Canal Street, Belle Glade. Upon arrival, deputies located two adult males deceased from apparent gunshot wounds. Detectives from the Violent Crimes Division arrived on scene to investigate this double shooting/double homicide further. No suspect or motive is known at this time. 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).

Behind the Star – October 2024

PBSO2024-10-15T16:49:03-04:00This month's edition of our monthly series, "Behind the Star" is now available.

Shooting/Homicide that occurred in Unincorporated Lake Worth

PBSO2024-10-03T12:49:41-04:00After further investigation, three suspects were identified and arrested on charges of first-degree murder. Suspects Spencer Privert and Wilmer Barahona are currently detained at Palm Beach County Jail. The third suspect, Anthony Jennings, was apprehended in Hillsborough County and is being held there on local charges. Palm Beach County has placed a hold on Jennings; once his local charges are resolved, he will be transferred to Palm Beach County to face the first-degree murder charges. 

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

PBSO2024-10-03T12:46:46-04:00The 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

PBSO2024-09-27T16:31:51-04:00Unknown 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. 

Conversation with a Deputy on Wednesday, 9/25/2024

PBSO2024-09-24T13:16:21-04:00Stop by for coffee and a conversation with Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office deputies. It's an informal chance to chat, ask questions, and get to know the deputies in your neighborhood. No speeches or agenda. Wednesday, September 25, 2024 7:00am - 9:00 am 1145 Royal Palm Beach Bvd. (Winn Dixie Plaza) Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411

Suspect Arrested for Homicide of a person known to him

PBSO2024-09-23T13:28:45-04:00Deputies 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.

Suspect Wanted for Distraction Theft while inside local Family Dollar Store, Lake Worth Beach

PBSO2024-09-19T14:23:03-04:00Suspect wanted for theft by distraction. An unknown female stole a plastic bag containing cash from a customer while they were both inside the Family Dollar store.    This incident occurred on September 16, 2024.  Family Dollar is located in the 1200 block of South Dixie Highway, Lake Worth Beach.    

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

PBSO2024-09-16T14:06:08-04:00WASHINGTON – 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.