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		<title>Suspect Wanted for Armed Burglary at an Auto Repair Business</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:53:27 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an Armed Business Burglary in the City of Lake Worth Beach.
On April 5, 2026, at approximately 11:10 p.m., an unidentified male entered Alfonso Auto Repair, located in the 300 block of Dixie Highway in Lake Worth Beach, and stole approximately $500 in cash along with a company cell phone.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an Armed Business Burglary in the City of Lake Worth Beach.</p>
<p>On April 5, 2026, at approximately 11:10 p.m., an unidentified male entered <strong>Alfonso Auto Repair</strong>, located in the 300 block of Dixie Highway in Lake Worth Beach, and stole approximately $500 in cash along with a company cell phone.</p>
<p>The suspect is described as a Hispanic male wearing a black shirt, black shorts, black socks, and sandals.</p>
<p>Anyone with information regarding the identity or whereabouts of this suspect is urged to contact <strong>Detective Michael Gruber at <a href="mailto:gruberm@pbso.org">gruberm@pbso.org</a>, </strong>Crime Stoppers at 1-800-458-TIPS (8477) or remain anonymous by downloading the PBSO app, available for Apple and Android smartphones. Tips can be submitted using the “See Something” feature. The app is available at <a href="http://www.pbsoapp.com">www.pbsoapp.com</a>.</p>
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		<title>Busted For Rental Fraud Scheme</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:08:42 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office received multiple complaints from property owners who were defrauded by Turia Grantlin.
During the investigation, and after reviewing evidence, detectives determined that Grantlin rented multiple single-family homes in Wellington between 2005 and 2026. She utilized falsified financial documents, credit reports, and tenant background reports to secure leases.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office received multiple complaints from property owners who were defrauded by <strong>Turia Grantlin</strong>.</p>
<p>During the investigation, and after reviewing evidence, detectives determined that <strong>Grantlin</strong> rented multiple single-family homes in Wellington between 2005 and 2026. She utilized falsified financial documents, credit reports, and tenant background reports to secure leases.</p>
<p><strong>Grantlin</strong> then issued worthless checks to homeowners and exploited the eviction process, causing prolonged delays and significant financial losses. These losses included unpaid rent, utility costs, fines, attorney’s fees, and, in some cases, stolen or damaged property.</p>
<p><strong>Turia Grantlin</strong> was taken into custody on April 9, 2026, and booked into the Palm Beach County Jail on the charges listed below.</p>
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<p><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-37548" src="/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-1.png" alt="The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office received multiple complaints from property owners who were defrauded by Turia Grantlin.

During the investigation, and after reviewing evidence, detectives determined that Grantlin rented multiple single-family homes in Wellington between 2005 and 2026. She utilized falsified financial documents, credit reports, and tenant background reports to secure leases." width="1642" height="675" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-1.png 1642w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-1-1024x421.png 1024w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-1-768x316.png 768w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-1-1536x631.png 1536w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-1-640x263.png 640w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-1-400x164.png 400w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-1-367x151.png 367w" sizes="(max-width: 1642px) 100vw, 1642px" /></p>
<p><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-37547" src="/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-2.png" alt="The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office received multiple complaints from property owners who were defrauded by Turia Grantlin.

During the investigation, and after reviewing evidence, detectives determined that Grantlin rented multiple single-family homes in Wellington between 2005 and 2026. She utilized falsified financial documents, credit reports, and tenant background reports to secure leases." width="1556" height="690" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-2.png 1556w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-2-1024x454.png 1024w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-2-768x341.png 768w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-2-1536x681.png 1536w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-2-640x284.png 640w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-2-400x177.png 400w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-2-367x163.png 367w" sizes="(max-width: 1556px) 100vw, 1556px" /></p>
<p><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-37546" src="/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-3.png" alt="The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office received multiple complaints from property owners who were defrauded by Turia Grantlin.

During the investigation, and after reviewing evidence, detectives determined that Grantlin rented multiple single-family homes in Wellington between 2005 and 2026. She utilized falsified financial documents, credit reports, and tenant background reports to secure leases." width="1527" height="821" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-3.png 1527w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-3-1024x551.png 1024w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-3-768x413.png 768w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-3-640x344.png 640w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-3-400x215.png 400w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-3-367x197.png 367w" sizes="(max-width: 1527px) 100vw, 1527px" /></p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-37549" src="/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-4.png" alt="The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office received multiple complaints from property owners who were defrauded by Turia Grantlin.

During the investigation, and after reviewing evidence, detectives determined that Grantlin rented multiple single-family homes in Wellington between 2005 and 2026. She utilized falsified financial documents, credit reports, and tenant background reports to secure leases." width="1578" height="623" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-4.png 1578w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-4-1024x404.png 1024w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-4-768x303.png 768w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-4-1536x606.png 1536w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-4-640x253.png 640w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-4-400x158.png 400w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Busted-For-Rental-Fraud-Scheme-4-367x145.png 367w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1578px) 100vw, 1578px" /></p>
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		<title>Behind the Star &#8211; April 2026</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:44:01 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month's edition of our monthly series, "Behind the Star" is now available.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This month&#8217;s edition of our monthly series, &#8220;Behind the Star&#8221; is now available.</p>
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		<title>Suspect Arrested for Kidnapping, Sexual Battery and Indecent Exposure</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:38:45 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying any additional victims who may have had contact with the individual depicted in the attached photograph, identified as Verwayne Alexander. He is known to operate a gray 2019 Chevrolet Trax.
Alexander has been arrested and charged with kidnapping and sexual battery. Detectives are actively continuing their investigation to determine whether additional individuals may have encountered him under similar circumstances.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying any additional victims who may have had contact with the individual depicted in the attached photograph, identified as <strong>Verwayne Alexander</strong>. He is known to operate a gray 2019 Chevrolet Trax.</p>
<p><strong>Alexander </strong>has been arrested and charged with kidnapping and sexual battery. Detectives are actively continuing their investigation to determine whether additional individuals may have encountered him under similar circumstances.</p>
<p>Anyone who has had contact with this individual, or who may have information related to this case, is urged to contact <strong>Detective J. Guarducci</strong> through PBSO Communications @ 561-688-3400, 561-688-4148 (desk), Crime Stoppers at 1-800-458-TIPS (8477), or remain anonymous by downloading the PBSO app, available for Apple and Android smartphones. Tips can be submitted using the “See Something” feature. The app is available at <a href="http://www.pbsoapp.com">www.pbsoapp.com</a>.</p>
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<p>On <strong>March 30, 2026</strong>, detectives responded to a report of an armed kidnapping and sexual battery. During the investigation, a suspect was identified and probable cause was established.</p>
<p>On <strong>April 3, 2026</strong>, detectives interviewed <strong>Verwayne Alexander</strong>, who is currently being held in the Palm Beach County Jail. As a result of the investigation, <strong>Alexander</strong> was charged with one count of Kidnapping and one count of Sexual Battery (by coercion and threat).</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-37514" src="/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Suspect-Arrested-for-Kidnapping-Sexual-Battery-and-Indecent-Exposure-2.png" alt="As a result of the investigation, Alexander was charged with one count of Kidnapping and one count of Sexual Battery (by coercion and threat)." width="1647" height="334" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Suspect-Arrested-for-Kidnapping-Sexual-Battery-and-Indecent-Exposure-2.png 1647w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Suspect-Arrested-for-Kidnapping-Sexual-Battery-and-Indecent-Exposure-2-1024x208.png 1024w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Suspect-Arrested-for-Kidnapping-Sexual-Battery-and-Indecent-Exposure-2-768x156.png 768w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Suspect-Arrested-for-Kidnapping-Sexual-Battery-and-Indecent-Exposure-2-394x80.png 394w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Suspect-Arrested-for-Kidnapping-Sexual-Battery-and-Indecent-Exposure-2-1536x311.png 1536w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Suspect-Arrested-for-Kidnapping-Sexual-Battery-and-Indecent-Exposure-2-640x130.png 640w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Suspect-Arrested-for-Kidnapping-Sexual-Battery-and-Indecent-Exposure-2-400x81.png 400w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Suspect-Arrested-for-Kidnapping-Sexual-Battery-and-Indecent-Exposure-2-367x74.png 367w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1647px) 100vw, 1647px" /></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;">On <b>March 24, 2026</b>, <b>Verwayne Alexander</b> was driving a dark gray 2019 Chevrolet Trax in the 1000 block of Ingraham Avenue when he approached a female pedestrian under the pretense of asking for directions while engaging in indecent behavior. He then traveled to Lake Ida Dog Park, where he parked his vehicle and remained inside, continuing the same behavior while observing individuals in the area.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;">An arrest warrant was obtained by the Delray Beach Police Department for four counts of Indecent Exposure. On <b>April 2, 2026</b>, <b>Alexander</b> was located, arrested, and booked into the Palm Beach County Jail.</span></p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-37515" src="/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Suspect-Arrested-for-Kidnapping-Sexual-Battery-and-Indecent-Exposure-1.png" alt="An arrest warrant was obtained by the Delray Beach Police Department for four counts of Indecent Exposure. On April 2, 2026, Alexander was located, arrested, and booked into the Palm Beach County Jail." width="1554" height="906" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Suspect-Arrested-for-Kidnapping-Sexual-Battery-and-Indecent-Exposure-1.png 1554w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Suspect-Arrested-for-Kidnapping-Sexual-Battery-and-Indecent-Exposure-1-1024x597.png 1024w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Suspect-Arrested-for-Kidnapping-Sexual-Battery-and-Indecent-Exposure-1-768x448.png 768w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Suspect-Arrested-for-Kidnapping-Sexual-Battery-and-Indecent-Exposure-1-1536x896.png 1536w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Suspect-Arrested-for-Kidnapping-Sexual-Battery-and-Indecent-Exposure-1-640x373.png 640w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Suspect-Arrested-for-Kidnapping-Sexual-Battery-and-Indecent-Exposure-1-400x233.png 400w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Suspect-Arrested-for-Kidnapping-Sexual-Battery-and-Indecent-Exposure-1-367x214.png 367w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1554px) 100vw, 1554px" /></p>
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		<title>Serial Porch Pirate Busted</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:36:46 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[On March 30, 2026, an investigation began into a serial “porch pirate” suspect responsible for multiple thefts throughout Palm Beach County. Through investigative means, the suspect was identified as Tamika McGlashan, who was traveling to various residences and committing thefts from dwellings by removing delivered packages.
During the investigation, probable cause was established for a residential search warrant at a residence in Lake Worth. On April 3, 2026, the search warrant was executed, and McGlashan was taken into custody. During execution of the warrant, numerous stolen items linked to multiple active investigations were recovered. The investigation is still active and ongoing.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>On March 30, 2026, an investigation began into a serial “porch pirate” suspect responsible for multiple thefts throughout Palm Beach County. Through investigative means, the suspect was identified as <strong>Tamika McGlashan</strong>, who was traveling to various residences and committing thefts from dwellings by removing delivered packages.</p>
<p>During the investigation, probable cause was established for a residential search warrant at a residence in Lake Worth. On April 3, 2026, the search warrant was executed, and McGlashan was taken into custody. During execution of the warrant, numerous stolen items linked to multiple active investigations were recovered. The investigation is still active and ongoing.</p>
<p><strong>Tamika McGlashan’s</strong> was booked into the PBC Jail on the charges listed below.</p>
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<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-37493" src="/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Serial-Porch-Pirate-Busted-2.jpg" alt="Through investigative means, the suspect was identified as Tamika McGlashan, who was traveling to various residences and committing thefts from dwellings by removing delivered packages." width="731" height="656" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Serial-Porch-Pirate-Busted-2.jpg 731w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Serial-Porch-Pirate-Busted-2-640x574.jpg 640w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Serial-Porch-Pirate-Busted-2-400x359.jpg 400w, /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Serial-Porch-Pirate-Busted-2-367x329.jpg 367w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 731px) 100vw, 731px" /></p>
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