We’re very proud to share that Officer Gabriel Cox of our Community Engagement Unit recently received the Community Policing Award at the First Responders Appreciation Foundation 2026 LEO Awards! Officer Cox goes above and beyond in his role as Homeless Liaison, partnering with local organizations and forming a personal connection with the many people that he’s helped obtain identification, housing and reunite with family members who had been looking for them. His persistence and empathetic style continue to provide hope for struggling individuals and families in our community every day. While homelessness remains a hot-button topic in cities across the state and the nation, the work that Officer Cox does every day provides a shining example of selfless service that offers a path forward and leaves a lasting impact here in Boca Raton. #community #policing #award #brpd #bocaraton

🛑 Never leave your pet trapped inside your vehicle, even for a short time. 🛑 🌡With temperatures already climbing near 90 degrees outside as we approach the summer, the temperature inside a vehicle can rise to dangerous levels rapidly. 🔆Leaving a window cracked open or parking in a shaded area does not effectively lower a vehicle’s interior temperature and can still lead to a fatal heat stroke. ❌Leaving a pet unattended in a parked car is considered animal cruelty. ☎️ If you see an animal alone in a vehicle and cannot locate the owner immediately, please call 911.

Boca Raton Police arrest suspect after two victims shot outside The Standard Boca Raton, FL – 24-year-old Christian Ippolito is under arrest after shooting two victims in front of The Standard Cuisine & Cocktails at 187 SE Mizner Boulevard during the early morning hours of Monday, May 25, 2026, before fleeing the scene. After a thorough investigation, an arrest warrant was obtained by Boca Raton Police detectives and Ippolito is charged with two counts of Second-Degree Attempted Murder with a Firearm and one count of Shooting into an Occupied Dwelling. He was taken into custody late last night. Just after 12:30 a.m. on Monday, May 25, 2026, Ippolito engaged in a verbal altercation with a victim just outside the restaurant, according to witnesses at the scene. Further investigation revealed that these two individuals were acquainted. Immediately following the confrontation, Ippolito retrieved a firearm from his waistband area and shot two rounds in the direction of the victim. The victim sustained a gunshot wound to the chest area, and a patron inside the restaurant sustained a gunshot wound to the leg. Both victims were transported by Boca Raton Fire Rescue to a local hospital. The victim who was shot in the chest area is now in stable condition, and the victim who was shot in the leg was later released from the hospital. Ippolito is being held at the Palm Beach County Jail.

Please join us in congratulating Boca Raton Police Officer Candidates Reese Block, Jack Lull and Daniel Tomaz on their graduation from the Broward Police Academy this afternoon! We wish them and all the graduates of Class 374 a successful career ahead. 👏🚔🎓

Did You Know? The Boca Raton Police Athletic League (Boca PAL) has its very own boxing gym! Here, officers provide programs and activities for kids that aim to build character, improve decision-making, as well as improve physical and mental fitness. Click the link in our bio to learn more.

Congratulations to the graduates of the 62nd Class of our Citizens Police Academy! If you want to learn about the Boca Raton Police Services Department through demonstrations, hands-on exercises and presentations, keep an eye out for future opportunities to sign up! 🚔

To the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service of our country, thank you.🇺🇸

Boca Raton Police investigate shooting along SE Mizner Boulevard Boca Raton, FL – Boca Raton Police are investigating a shooting that occurred outside The Standard Cuisine & Cocktails at 187 SE Mizner Boulevard just after 12:30 a.m. this morning. Two adult victims sustained gunshot wounds and were transported to a local hospital. The suspect fled the scene and Boca Raton Police detectives are working to identify that individual. The events leading up to the shooting remain under investigation. If you have information regarding this ongoing investigation, please contact Detective Desiderato at (561) 982-4991.

#BRPDspotlight– Originally from São Paulo, Brazil, Officer Reis received a scholarship to attend Lindenwood University in Missouri, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration. He later moved to Miami to pursue coaching and personal training but was drawn to a profession where he could protect others and hold offenders accountable. He said he’s grateful for the community he serves and reflected on a heartfelt gesture from a local couple who handmade crochet blankets for his children as a sign of appreciation. One of the most meaningful moments of his law enforcement career was assisting a special needs child in distress during a call for service - an experience that continues to stay with him. Outside of work, Officer Reis enjoys spending time with his family, practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, weightlifting, and automotive sports. FUN FACTS: Officer Reis is a proud father of triplets 💙💙💙… and a two-time Brazilian Olympic weightlifter!

Ofc. Rosario reminds drivers along NE 5th Avenue to help keep our community safe by slowing down, obeying the posted speed limit, and watching out for pedestrians.

Today, the Boca Raton Police Honor Guard attended the National Peace Officers Memorial Service in Washington, D.C., to honor law enforcement officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. May we always remember their courage, dedication and sacrifice. 🇺🇸

UPDATE 12:42 pm: Nothing suspicious has been located. Blue Lake Elementary has resumed normal activity. 12:16 pm: Boca Raton Police is working with the Palm Beach Schools Police Department and the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office at Blue Lake Elementary School regarding a threat made by an unknown caller who advised they are in the area of the school. Numerous officers are in the area investigating the suspicious incident. This incident is possibly a swatting call; however, officers will investigate to ensure the safety of students and staff.

Boca Raton Police address recent swatting calls Boca Raton, FL – Over the course of the last week, Boca Raton Police received several "swatting" calls within the City of Boca Raton. These incidents involved false reports intended to generate a large law enforcement response to locations where no actual emergency existed. Making these calls is a criminal offense, punishable by prison time. Swatting calls are dangerous, disruptive and a misuse of emergency resources. They create unnecessary fear and confusion for community members and divert officers away from legitimate calls for service. While we do not wish to cause alarm, we want to reiterate that all reports involving potential threats to public safety are taken seriously. When these calls are received, officers will continue to respond and conduct a thorough check for suspicious or criminal activity. Identifying the source of these calls is difficult, as these calls are often traced back to foreign countries, and the callers tend to use a VPN (virtual private network) to mask the identity and exact location of the call. These investigations are extensive and time-intensive, and we are committed to pursuing those responsible for these calls to the fullest extent of the law.

Glades Road is a major thoroughfare in this city - people use it to get to and from I-95, with the Town Center Mall to the west of the highway and Florida Atlantic University, downtown and the beaches to the east. With all of that activity along the road, the speed limit of 45 mph is important to abide by...yet that road is often mistaken for a racetrack. Recently, Boca Raton Police joined @FAUPD to further enforce that area, ensuring that drivers don't let their lead feet hit the gas. Both agencies will continue enforcing the speed limit along this road going forward, as well as other high traffic areas across the city.

During National Police Week, we recognize and honor the dedicated men and women in law enforcement who gave their lives in the line of duty. Their service and sacrifice for the safety and protection of others will always be remembered.💙

As long as we remember them, they will never be forgotten. Today we gathered with the community at our Police Memorial to honor law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice.💙👮‍♀️👮‍♂️

11:19 am: At this time, no suspicious activity has been located. Officers are continuing to check the school as a precaution.