Police Department News Releases

11 Arrested During West Palm Beach Police Prostitution Operation

Published on June 12, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department conducted a prostitution operation on the evening of Thursday, June 11, targeting criminal activity in the city.

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Police Arrest Man in Downtown Graffiti Vandalism Investigation

Published on June 03, 2026

A West Palm Beach man has been arrested after a graffiti vandalism spree that damaged multiple locations along South Flagler Drive and a downtown construction site.

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Police Department Members Recognized for Service and Heroism

Published on May 28, 2026

Three members of the West Palm Beach Police Department were honored May 27 at the First Responders Appreciation Foundation Law Enforcement Appreciation Luncheon for their service, professionalism, and commitment to public safety.

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West Palm Beach Police Chief Nominated for PERF Leadership Award

Published on May 27, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department is proud to announce that West Palm Beach Police Chief Antonio "Tony" Araujo Jr. has been nominated for the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF) Leadership Award.

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Two Killed in Vehicle Vs Train Crash

Published on May 24, 2026

West Palm Beach Police and Fire Departments respond to a fatal train versus vehicle crash along the 600 block of Roseland Drive around 3:15 p.m. Sunday.

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West Palm Beach Analyst Completes FDLE Training

Published on May 22, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department announces that crime analyst Annmarie Almaguer has successfully completed the Florida Law Enforcement Analyst Academy, strengthening the department’s ongoing investment in advanced training and analytical capability.

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Police Participate in Multi-Agency Probation Compliance Operation

Published on May 21, 2026

Beginning before sunrise, officers, probation personnel, and housing authority representatives conducted compliance checks at nine residences involving individuals currently on probation throughout the city.

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Police Warn of Fraud Scheme Involving Impersonation of Bank Reps

Published on May 14, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department is investigating a fraud incident in which a victim reported losing $1,000 after being contacted by individuals posing as bank representatives.

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Woman Arrested Following False Kidnapping Report

Published on May 13, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department arrested a woman after investigators determined a reported kidnapping along the 1200 block of North Dixie Highway was fabricated.

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Individual Struck, Killed by Train on CSX Tracks

Published on May 11, 2026

West Palm Beach police responded to a train and pedestrian incident along the 2200 block of Mercer Avenue around 8 p.m.

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Police Investigate Robbery; Suspect Arrested Shortly After Incident

Published on May 11, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to reports of a robbery along the 500 block of Fern Street around 9:35 a.m. on Friday, May 8.

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West Palm Beach Police Investigating Fatal Shooting on 15th Street

Published on May 10, 2026

West Palm Beach Police Department officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert along the 500 block of 15th Street around10:20 p.m. Saturday.

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West Palm Beach Police Department to Hold Annual Memorial Service

Published on May 08, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department, in collaboration with the West Palm Beach Police Department Honor Guard, the Fraternal Order of Police, and THE FUND for West Palm Beach Police, will host the 2026 West Palm Beach Police Memorial Service.

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Police Report Increase in Vehicle Burglaries, Urge Public to Lock Cars

Published on May 08, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department is reporting an increase in vehicle burglaries, many of which involve valuables left inside unlocked cars.

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Five Arrested During West Palm Beach Police Prostitution Operation

Published on May 08, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department conducted a prostitution operation on the evening of Thursday, May 7, targeting criminal activity in the city.

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Lieutenant Completes Prestigious Police Leadership Academy

Published on May 07, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department announces that Lt. Lori Colombino has successfully completed the Police Leadership Academy (PLA), an intensive, five-month executive development program conducted by the University of Chicago Crime Lab.

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Rollover Crash on Okeechobee Boulevard Leaves One Injured

Published on May 05, 2026

West Palm Beach police responded to a rollover crash along the 2000 block of Okeechobee Boulevard around 3:30 p.m.

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Speed-related Rollover Crash Injures One, Closes Okeechobee Boulevard

Published on May 03, 2026

West Palm Beach police responded to a multi-vehicle rollover crash at Okeechobee Boulevard and Spencer Drive around 8:45 p.m. Saturday.

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Fatal Shooting Under Investigation

Published on May 02, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to a shooting in the 5800 block of Caribbean Boulevard around 1:50 a.m. Saturday.

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Police Investigate Unattended Vehicle

Published on April 30, 2026

West Palm Beach Police responded to the 1300 block of Parker Ave following reports of an unattended vehicle.

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Police Investigate Rush-Hour Vehicle and Motorcycle Crash

Published on April 28, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to a crash involving a vehicle and a motorcycle at the intersection of Okeechobee Boulevard and South Dixie Highway around 6:50 a.m.

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Altercation Inside Business Ends in Gunfire, Investigation Underway

Published on April 27, 2026

West Palm Beach police responded to a shooting along the 4300 block of 45th Street around 12 p.m.

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Individual Fatally Struck by Train on CSX Tracks

Published on April 21, 2026

West Palm Beach police responded to a train and pedestrian incident along the 2500 block of Mercer Avenue around 8:15 p.m.

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Man Arrested in Downtown Incident, Charged with Aggravated Assault

Published on April 20, 2026

West Palm Beach police responded to an incident along the 200 block of Clematis Street at approximately 2 a.m. Saturday, April 18, 2026.

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West Palm Beach Police Announce Operation Silent Spruce

Published on April 16, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department today announced the results of a targeted enforcement operation focused on street-level criminal activity.

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Body found in Intracoastal Waterway in West Palm Beach

Published on April 14, 2026

West Palm Beach police responded to the 2000 block of North Flagler Drive around 11:30 a.m.

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Police Seek Person of Interest in Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash

Published on April 07, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a person of interest in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred on March 10, 2026

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Police Seek Public’s Help Locating a Person of Interest

Published on April 04, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a person of interest.

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Crash With Injuries Shuts Down Part of S. Dixie Hwy

Published on April 04, 2026

West Palm Beach police responded to a crash along the 4900 block of S. Dixie Hwy. around 11:05 a.m.

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Motorcyclist Killed in Crash With Dump Truck

Published on April 03, 2026

West Palm Beach police responded to a crash along State Road 7, just north of Okeechobee Boulevard, around 2:20 p.m.

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Man Fatally Shot During Reported Robbery

Published on March 30, 2026

West Palm Beach Police responded to the 600 block of 46th Street around 6:30 p.m. Monday following reports of a robbery.

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Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Rider in Hit-and-Run Crash

Published on March 30, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying an individual connected to a hit-and-run crash that occurred Saturday, March 28, around 11:00 p.m.

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Police Investigating Apparent Overdose Death on Tamarind Avenue

Published on March 30, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to the 700 block of Tamarind Avenue around 8:10 a.m.

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Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Tri-Rail Train

Published on March 24, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to a train and pedestrian incident along Old Okeechobee Road around 6:10 p.m.

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Police Arrest Second Suspect in June 2025 Homicide

Published on March 20, 2026

West Palm Beach Police have arrested a second suspect in a June 2025 homicide.

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Suspicious Item Safely Removed from West Palm Beach Business

Published on March 17, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police and Fire Departments responded to a business around 12 p.m. in the 1100 block of Belvedere Road following reports of a suspicious item.

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Public Asked to Help Locate Missing, Endangered Mother and Child

Published on March 12, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department is seeking the public's help in locating a missing and endangered child and adult.

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10th Annual Run with the Cops 5K

Published on March 11, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department invites the community to participate in the 10th Annual Run with the Cops 5K.

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Police Investigate Vehicle and Motorcycle Crash on Broadway

Published on March 11, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to a vehicle and motorcycle crash along the 4200 block of Broadway.

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Deadly Commuter Train-Pedestrian Crash Under Investigation

Published on March 10, 2026

Officers with the West Palm Beach Police Department responded to an incident involving a Tri-Rail train and pedestrian.

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Police, Sheriff’s Deputies Respond to Bomb Threat in City’s Northend

Published on March 09, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department and Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office responded to a home along the 500 block of Division Avenue around 6 p.m.

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Police Investigate Train-Pedestrian Incident

Published on March 07, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to a train and pedestrian incident along 500 block of Monroe Drive around 6:20 p.m.

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West Palm Beach Police Put Serial Burglar Behind Bars

Published on March 03, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department has arrested a serial burglary suspect responsible for a string of crimes in the city’s Southend.

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Public Asked to Assist Police in Locating Missing, Endangered Adult

Published on March 03, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department is seeking the public's help in locating a missing and endangered adult.

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Police Chief Araujo Competes in Free-Throw Fundraiser

Published on February 24, 2026

Chief of Police Tony Araujo will participate in a community fundraising event benefiting the Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Palm Beach County (HMHB), as part of HMHB’s 40th Anniversary celebration.

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Police Investigate Fatal Crash into Intracoastal

Published on February 23, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police and Fire Rescue Departments responded to a single vehicle crash at the intersection of Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard and Flagler Drive around 5:10 a.m.

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Emergency Crews Respond to Construction Scaffolding Collapse

Published on February 19, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police and Fire Rescue Departments responded to the 300 block of Lakeview Ave. around 7:10 a.m.

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Police Investigate Vehicle–Pedestrian Crash Involving Minor

Published on February 16, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to a vehicle and pedestrian crash along the 5300 block of N. Military Trail around 12:30 p.m.

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Police Investigate Crash Resulting in Submerged Vehicle

Published on February 16, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to a crash near the Fish Out of Water public art installation along N. Flagler Drive and Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard around 5:30 a.m. on Sunday, February 15, 2026.

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Police, K9 Unit Quickly Apprehend Home Invasion Suspect

Published on February 12, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to a home invasion robbery at around 11:20 a.m. along the 600 block of 50th Street.

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Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Individual Captured on Video

Published on February 12, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying an individual connected to an incident that occurred around 5 p.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2025, along the 1800 block of Palm Beach Lakes Blvd.

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Commercial Fire Closes Roadway Near Caroline Station

Published on February 12, 2026

West Palm Beach Police and Fire Departments responded to a commercial fire along the 1100 of Okeechobee Rd. around 1:15 p.m.

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Space Heater Believed to Cause Early Morning Fire

Published on February 10, 2026

West Palm Beach Police and Fire Departments responded to a residential fire along the 1000 block of 14th Street around 7 a.m.

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Police, Fire Respond to North Tamarind Fire

Published on February 08, 2026

West Palm Beach Police and Fire Departments responded to a residential fire along the 900 block of 19th Street at around 10 a.m.

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Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Two Individuals

Published on February 04, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying two individuals connected to an incident that occurred around 11 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2026, in the 100 block of Green Pine Boulevard.

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West Palm Beach Police Department Heads to New York to Recruit

Published on February 02, 2026

Start spreading the news: the West Palm Beach Police Department is heading to the New York metropolitan area to recruit certified officers to leave the cold behind and come serve in sunny South Florida.

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Pleasant City Shooting Victim Identified

Published on January 27, 2026

Preliminary investigation indicates the shooting potentially stemmed from an altercation involving multiple individuals.

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Police Investigate Fatal Train-Pedestrian Incident

Published on January 26, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to a train and pedestrian incident along the tracks behind the 2800 block of Pinewood Avenue around 6:20 p.m. on January 26.

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Police Investigate Pleasant City Shooting

Published on January 26, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to reports of gunshots along the 400 block of 16th Street around 3:40 p.m. on January 26.

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Police Seek Public’s Assistance Locating Missing, Endangered Adult

Published on January 25, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department is seeking the public's help in locating a missing and endangered adult.

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Police Arrest Suspect Following Armed Robbery Investigation

Published on January 20, 2026

An armed robbery investigation led to a vehicle crash on Interstate 95 and the arrest of the suspect.

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West Palm Beach Police Department Hiring 911 Police Telecommunicators

Published on January 16, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department is accepting applications for Police Telecommunicators (dispatchers) responsible for answering 911 emergency and non-emergency calls.

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Suspect Arrested Following Intentional Federal Courthouse Crash

Published on January 15, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to a vehicle crash along the 700 block of Clematis Street around 11:15 p.m. on January 14.

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Seven Arrested During West Palm Beach Police Prostitution Operation

Published on January 14, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department conducted a prostitution operation on Tuesday, January 13, targeting criminal activity in the city.

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Police Report Rise in Auto Burglaries Involving Unlocked Vehicles

Published on January 14, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department has observed an increase in vehicle burglaries involving valuables left inside unlocked cars.

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Police Investigate Early-Morning Incident at Howard Park

Published on January 14, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to an incident in a park along the 1300 block of Parker Avenue around 3 a.m.

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Police Respond to ShotSpotter Alert Near Chillingworth Park

Published on January 12, 2026

The West Palm Beach Department responded to a ShotSpotter alert along the 400 block of Erie Place around 8:45 p.m.

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Police Lieutenant Selected for Prestigious National Leadership Program

Published on January 12, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department is pleased to announce that Lt. Lori Colombino has been selected to attend the Police Leadership Academy (PLA), a highly competitive, five-month executive leadership program offered through the University of Chicago.

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Police Seek Public's Assistance Locating Suspect Wanted in Tennessee

Published on January 09, 2026

Cody Ellis Waller, 34, is wanted in connection with an aggravated child abuse investigation by the Cheatham County Sheriff's Department in Ashland City, Tennessee.

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Police Host Free Friday Night Youth Football Event

Published on January 05, 2026

The West Palm Beach Police Department, with support from THE FUND for West Palm Beach Police, is hosting Friday Night Blitz.

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West Palm Beach Police Investigate Fatal Train-Pedestrian Incident

Published on December 31, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to a train and pedestrian incident near Parker Avenue and Caroline Street

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Police Respond to Vehicle and Pedestrian Crash

Published on December 29, 2025

West Palm Beach Police responded to the 800 block of Nottingham Boulevard around 7:30 p.m. regarding a traffic incident.

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Police Respond to ShotSpotter Alert on Abraham Avenue

Published on December 29, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to a ShotSpotter alert along the 900 block of Abraham Avenue.

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Train Strikes Unoccupied Vehicle Near Clematis St. and Quadrille Blvd.

Published on December 29, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to a train-versus-vehicle crash.

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Police Seek Public’s Assistance Locating Missing, Endangered Adult

Published on December 17, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department is seeking the public's help in locating a missing and endangered adult.

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Police Seek Information in Unsolved Fatal Hit-and-Run

Published on December 16, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department continues to investigate a fatal hit-and-run crash that claimed the life of Rachal Santa Maria in October of 2024.

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West Palm Beach Police Announces Operation Old School

Published on December 11, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department today announced the successful dismantling of one of the most entrenched drug trafficking organizations operating within the City of West Palm Beach and throughout Palm Beach County.

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West Palm Beach Police Warn of Marathon Weekend Traffic Delays

Published on December 08, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department advises residents and visitors to anticipate significant traffic delays in the downtown area due to the Palm Beaches Marathon and related events.

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West Palm Beach Police Arrest Suspected Northwood Porch Pirate

Published on December 06, 2025

Police have arrested 58-year-old Glenn William Jackson for stealing packages during three separate incidents in the Northwood neighborhood. Officers located Jackson on December 5 after receiving a tip, and he now faces multiple charges.

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Police Department Ends Partnership with SaferWatch App

Published on December 05, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department has ended its partnership with the SaferWatch app, urging the public to use 911 for emergencies and 561-822-1900 for non-emergencies.

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Six Arrested During West Palm Beach Police Prostitution Operation

Published on December 04, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department conducted a prostitution operation on Tuesday, December 2, targeting criminal activity in the city.

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Police Respond to Train and Pedestrian Incident South of Phipps Park

Published on November 30, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to a train and pedestrian incident along Norton Avenue and Puritan Road around 6 p.m. Sunday.

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Elderly Man Scammed Out of $22,000 in Bitcoin Scheme

Published on November 26, 2025

West Palm Beach Police are investigating a fraud case in which a man in his late 70s was tricked into depositing $22,000 into a bitcoin kiosk after receiving a fake Amazon alert and calls from a scammer posing as a federal agent.

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Driver Arrested After Attempting to Strike Running Club Members

Published on November 25, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department arrested an SUV driver who attempted to strike members of a local running club at a park, making multiple passes and driving recklessly before fleeing. Officers later located him in a downtown parking garage, where he was taken into custody without incident.

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10 Arrested During Police Prostitution Operation

Published on November 21, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department conducted a prostitution operation on Thursday, November 20, targeting criminal activity in the city.

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Suspected DUI Crash Damages Multiple Vehicles, E-Bike Charging Station

Published on November 15, 2025

A suspected DUI driver struck several parked cars and an e-bike charging station early Saturday, causing their vehicle to overturn. The driver was seriously injured and faces multiple charges.

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Eight Arrested During West Palm Beach Police Prostitution Operation

Published on November 14, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department conducted a prostitution operation on Thursday, November 13, targeting criminal activity in the city.

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Police Respond to Fatal Train and Pedestrian Incident

Published on November 12, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to a train and pedestrian incident in the 1600 block of Clare Avenue around 6:45 p.m.

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Police Investigate Train and Vehicle Collision on Northlake Boulevard

Published on November 12, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to a collision involving a train and a construction vehicle.

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Person Injured Attempting to Climb Between Parked Train Cars

Published on November 11, 2025

Officers on scene located an individual who attempted to climb between two parked train cars. The

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Department's First FBI-LEEDA Executive Leadership Institute Graduates

Published on November 07, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department is proud to announce the successful completion of its first FBI-LEEDA Executive Leadership Institute (ELI) class. Eleven West Palm Beach Police Department employees graduated from the program, marking the first time the department has both hosted and graduated participants.

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Motorcycle vs Vehicle Crash Sends One to Hospital

Published on October 31, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to a motorcycle versus vehicle crash at the intersection of Palm Beach Lakes Blvd. and Australian Ave. around 10:50 p.m. on Halloween.

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Officers Respond to Reports of Fight, Find Two Stabbed

Published on October 22, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to reports of an altercation along the 900 block of Banyan Blvd. around 7:45 a.m.

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Seven Arrested During West Palm Beach Police Prostitution Operation

Published on October 21, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department conducted a prostitution operation on Monday, October 20.

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Police Respond to Shooting on Palm Beach Lakes Blvd

Published on October 21, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to a ShotSpotter along the 1100 block of Palm Beach Lakes Blvd.

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Police Arrest Repeat Robbery Suspect Days After Release

Published on October 20, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department has arrested 27-year-old Gregory Mickles Jr. in connection with two robberies that occurred along Clematis Street.

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During Shootout with Armed Suspect, Officer Wounded by Friendly Fire

Published on October 14, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department continues to actively investigate the recent officer-involved shooting.

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Update on Officer-Involved Shooting Investigation

Published on October 08, 2025

The West Palm Beach Police Department continues to actively investigate the recent officer-involved shooting. As with all criminal investigations, all evidence collected has been and continues to be submitted through the appropriate channels for comprehensive scientific analysis

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Police Search for Suspect Following Officer-Involved Shooting

Published on October 07, 2025

Around 2 a.m., West Palm Beach Police Officers responded to reports of an altercation along the 300 block of Baker Drive.

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