South Florida Concerns of Police Survivors

08/03/2026

Our Communications Division is deeply saddened to announce the sudden and tragic passing of Communications Officer Elizabeth “Liz” Ortega. Liz was the victim of a murder–suicide at her residence in Port St. Lucie this past weekend. She began her Emergency Communications career with the Greenacres Police Department in November of 2001 and has been a dedicated member of PBSO Emergency Communications since the merger in February of 2016. She was a respected and cherished part of our PBSO family, known for her kindness, compassion, and a warm smile that could brighten any room. Her son, Ralph Varela Jr., is a Fire Fighter with Palm Beach County Fire Rescue. Please stand with us in supporting our PBSO and Palm Beach County Fire Rescue family during this time of profound loss. Funeral arrangements are pending.

07/27/2026

🚔🎉 Community. Connection. Fun.

National Night Out returns on Tuesday, August 4, from 5–9 p.m. at Gaines Park, bringing neighbors and the West Palm Beach Police Department together for an evening of family-friendly fun.

Hosted with support from THE FUND, this free event features games, activities, food, school supply giveaways, and opportunities to get to know the officers who serve our community.

📍 Gaines Park | 1501 N. Australian Ave., West Palm Beach
🕔 5–9 p.m.
🎟️ FREE and open to everyone!
We look forward to seeing you there! 💙

07/27/2026

07/27/2026

Join us at this fun family event!

07/27/2026

Join us for a this family event!

04/16/2026

On behalf of the Broward College Institute of Public Safety and the Broward Sheriff's Office, it is our honor to invite you to the 2026 Broward College Institute of Public Safety Law Enforcement Memorial, which will be held on the evening of Wednesday, May 6, 2026.

This year’s event, proudly hosted by the Broward Sheriff's Office, is a solemn tribute to the brave women, men, and canines who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities here in Broward County.

We would be honored if you would join us in recognizing these individuals' extraordinary lives and sacrifices and showing our unwavering support to those who continue to serve.

Event Details: Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 7:00 PM
Broward College Institute of Public Safety
3501 Davie Road, Bldgs. 21 & 22
Davie, 33314