Man Arrested in Toolbox Theft Case
Police say an Apple AirTag tracked stolen tools from a parked truck in West Palm Beach to a suspect's residence.
West Palm Beach Crime News
Coverage of crime in West Palm Beach focuses on public safety, law enforcement, the local justice system and investigations. Reporting takes in the outcomes of legal proceedings and developments from the police department.
Accidents
Multi-Vehicle Crash Blocked Florida Turnpike Lane
A crash on the southbound Florida Turnpike near the Bee Line Highway exit has caused significant traffic delays.
Law Enforcement
West Palm Beach Firefighter Faces Domestic Battery Charge
Authorities arrested a Palm Beach County Fire Rescue firefighter following a domestic disturbance call.
Financial Crime
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West Palm Beach Resident Sues McDonald's Over Bone
A lawsuit alleges a customer suffered stomach and tooth injuries after consuming a foreign object in a chicken nugget.
Property Crime
West Palm Beach Man Arrested for Business Burglary
Deputies charged a 42-year-old man after a July 28, 2026, vehicle break-in and subsequent pawn shop trail.
Violence
Grand Jury Indicts Man for West Palm Beach Murder
Hugh Earp Milner Jr. faces first-degree murder charges in the September shooting death of local minister Akeem Moore.
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Coverage takes in law enforcement operations, court proceedings, public safety initiatives and crime trends. It reaches across the city and the communities around it. Seasonal weather patterns often impact public safety reporting as high-profile seasonal activity brings unique security concerns to the area. Investigations and the resulting legal outcomes remain the most common subject in this field.