Deputies from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office were called to an apartment complex on Jupiter Gardens Boulevard shortly after 1:00 a.m. on Tuesday following a series of 911 calls, including several hang‑ups and a distressed cry for help.
Responding to the emergency
Chief Deputy Bob Allen said deputies arrived at the residence at 1:27 a.m. and initially found the building quiet. “Our deputies arrived to check, make sure everybody’s okay, and it was all quiet. Nothing was heard from inside,” Allen recounted.
Shortly thereafter, a woman called 911 to report that her boyfriend was armed with a knife and that she was hiding in the bathroom. “At 0151 hours the deputies arrived, heard screaming from inside the residence, and immediately forced entry,” Allen said.
Confrontation inside the unit
Upon entering the bathroom, deputies discovered the suspect on top of the victim, brandishing a knife and attempting to stab her. Allen noted that deputies tried to physically subdue the man but were unable to gain control.
“They were eventually forced to discharge their firearms, killing the suspect at the scene,” Allen said.
Victim’s condition and investigation
The woman was rushed to a local hospital with stab wounds and a possible severe concussion. Her identity has not been released. The suspect remains unidentified pending further investigation.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the State Attorney’s Office have opened investigations into the shooting. Both deputies involved have been placed on administrative leave, which is standard procedure in such incidents.
Community response
Residents of the complex expressed shock at the violent episode, but many also praised the quick response of law enforcement in preventing further harm. Local faith leaders have offered prayers for the victim’s recovery and for the deputies handling the stressful situation.
Deputies continue to work with investigators to determine the full sequence of events. The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office encourages anyone with additional information to contact the department.
Original reporting: WPBF West Palm Beach — read the source article.
