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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

The PBSO family & Sheriff Ric Bradshaw stand with all Domestic Violence survivors & advocates. Domestic Violence is preventable and we are here, fully involved and ready to put all the resources needed to break the cycle of violence. We opened this year’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month with an opening ceremony.  

International Women’s Day

Today, International Women’s Day and every day, we celebrate the hard working and dedicated women who work to keep our communities safe. We would also like to give a mega shoutout to every single woman on the planet! You are wonderful, you are fearless, you are appreciated. You ROCK! Happy International Women's Day.

Honoring his Memory

Today, we honor the memory of Deputy Sheriff Kevin D. Mathews who died in the line of duty a day like today, 27 years ago. While providing a motorcycle escort to a presidential candidate, Deputy Mathews was struck by a passing vehicle, his injuries were fatal. To serve and protect was his oath, to honor him is our duty.

Sheriff’s Foundation Scholarships Awarded

The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Foundation is dedicated to recognizing and assisting deserving students throughout Palm Beach County with scholarships. It is our hope that our Youth Scholarship Program empowers students to further their education and utilize their knowledge to better our society. The scholarship award ceremony took place at the International Polo Club in Wellington. Join us in congratulating these future leaders!

PBSO Helps Mother and Newborn

On March 1st, a mother in need and her 5-month newborn came into one of our substations requesting assistance. They had just arrived from New Jersey where they couldn’t stay due to poor weather conditions that were affecting them. With nowhere to go and no family to call, we were able to assist the family with temporary shelter and financial assistance on behalf of Adopt-A-Family. Our deputy took them to the temporary shelter and provided food, water, and other essentials.

A Local Hero Returns Home

Chief Jon Farmer who faithfully served his country in the U.S. Army as a Special Forces Warrant Officer, and defended our Country against Global Terrorism was tragically killed in Syria a few weeks ago. Today, we welcomed him home with a Hero’s Return Ceremony. https://youtu.be/dJmhTADY4QM See all PBSO videos on our PBSO TV channel!

A Day For Autism: Update

We had an amazing time at this year's A Day For Autism event in Wellington. We want to thank everybody who came out and participated in this important event that helps bridge first responders with our community.