Behind the Star – February 2026
This month's edition of our monthly series, "Behind the Star" is now available.
Breakthrough in identifying Unidentified Remains found, January 1978
On December 2, 2025, the decedent was identified via forensic investigative genetic genealogy as Patricia Ann Ritchie, date of birth 12/3/53, of Harrisonburg, Virginia. The identification was a direct result of the collaboration between Othram, the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office Cold Case Unit, and the Palm Beach County Office of the Medical Examiner. It is believed Patricia Ann Ritchie was last seen in 1977 in Harrisonburg, Virginia. It is unknown at this time exactly when and with whom Ritchie travelled...Update – DUI Saturation Patrol on February 6, 2026 and February 8, 2026
The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office Traffic Division is conducting a DUI Saturation Patrol on Friday, February 6, 2026 from 10:30 PM to 4:30 AM and Sunday, February 8, 2026 from 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM. Deputies will conduct high visibility enforcement of all traffic violations, with an emphasis on removing impaired drivers from our roadways.Arrested – Suspects Wanted for Stealing Multiple Chainsaws from a local Business
Arrested - On December 21, 2025, at approximately 7:52 a.m., two unidentified males entered Lowe’s located in the 4700 block of Okeechobee Boulevard in West Palm Beach. The suspects removed multiple chainsaws from the store and fled the area in an older-model Lexus SUV. Anyone with information regarding the identity or whereabouts of the suspects is urged to contact Detective Matt Stone at StoneM@PBSO.org or Palm Beach County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-458-TIPS (8477). Tipsters may remain anonymous.
Speed & Aggressive Driving Enforcement Operation – January 31, 2026
The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office will be conducting a Speed & Aggressive Driving Enforcement Operation on Saturday, January 31, 2026. The purpose of this operation is to enforce Florida State Statutes for speeding and aggressive driving and to educate the public on the dangers of excessive speed and aggressive driving. Enforcement will take place from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
Behind the Star – January 2026
This month's edition of our monthly series, "Behind the Star" is now available.
Suspect Wanted for Video Voyeurism at a Target department store
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect wanted for video voyeurism at a Target department store. On January 3, 2026, an unknown male suspect positioned his cellphone over a fitting room stall divider and recorded a juvenile inside the fitting room. After being noticed, the suspect immediately fled the store in an unknown direction. This incident occurred at the Target store located in the Village of Royal Palm Beach. The investigation remains active.
Update – Speed & Aggressive Driving Enforcement Operation – January 9, 2026
The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office will be conducting a Speed & Aggressive Driving Enforcement Operation on Friday, January 9, 2026. The purpose of this operation is to enforce Florida State Statutes for speeding and aggressive driving and to educate the public on the dangers of excessive speed and aggressive driving. Enforcement will take place from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
