Behind the Star – August 2026
This month's edition of our monthly series, "Behind the Star" is now available.
Suspect Busted for Drug Trafficking
During the month of May, agents initiated a narcotics investigation into Jimmy Gilles. Based on the information and evidence developed during the investigation, agents established probable cause and obtained a residential search warrant for his residence in Boynton Beach.
State Attorney’s Office and FDLE Investigate Deputy Involved Shooting – Unincorporated West Palm Beach
On Wednesday, August 5, 2026, shortly after 8:00 p.m., deputies responded to a welfare check in the 2900 block of Hope Valley Street in unincorporated West Palm Beach. Upon arrival, deputies encountered the suspect engaged in a physical struggle with his mother and father while armed with a kitchen knife. Deputies repeatedly issued verbal commands for the suspect to drop the knife; however, he refused to comply and continued fighting with his father while remaining armed.
High Visibility Enforcement to Improve Pedestrian & Bicycle Safety – July 28, 2026 – May 7, 2027
In an effort to protect the safety of those most vulnerable roadway users, the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office will conduct High Visibility Enforcement Details (HVE) from July 28, 2026 to May 7, 2027 at specific intersections throughout central Palm Beach County.
Road Closure: State Road (S.R) 15/U.S. 98/U.S. 441/Conners Highway
Both northbound and southbound S.R. 15 / U.S. 98 / U.S. 441 / Conners Highway will be closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic due to railway grade crossing rehabilitation work being performed by the South Florida Central Florida Express (SCFE) from Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 7:00 a.m. to Monday, August 17, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
Suspect Arrested for Human Trafficking
The PBSO Human Exploitation and Trafficking Unit is asking for the public's help in identifying anyone who may have had encounters with Michel Montano Alvarez. Montano Alvarez met his victim through his business and has been arrested on charges of Human Trafficking of a minor and Lewd and Lascivious Molestation. Investigators believe there may be additional victims who have not yet come forward.
Scam Alert – Beware – PBSO is warning the public about an imposter
The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office is warning the public about an imposter sending fraudulent emails while falsely claiming to be a Captain with the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office. The scam email instructs recipients to participate in a "ZOOM COURT OFFICIAL PROCEEDING" regarding a purported "Federal Court Virtual Disposition." This email is not legitimate and did not originate from the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office or any federal court.
Behind the Star – July 2026
This month's edition of our monthly series, "Behind the Star" is now available.
