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2 school officers praised for stopping armed man on Lake Worth Community High School campus
By WPTV
· May 26, 2026
· 1 min read
Two Palm Beach County School Police officers are nominated for a LEO Award after disarming a suspect they say who entered Lake Worth Community High School illegally.
Why this matters in The Palm Beach
The actions of the two Palm Beach County School Police officers at Lake Worth Community High School demonstrate the critical role that school law enforcement plays in maintaining safety in local educational institutions. The fact that an armed individual was able to enter the campus illegally raises concerns about the security measures in place at the school. As the School District of Palm Beach County continues to review and improve its safety protocols, incidents like this one will be closely examined to identify areas for improvement. The nomination of the officers for a LEO Award is a testament to their bravery and quick thinking, and the community will be watching to see how the school district responds to this incident to prevent similar situations in the future, particularly in other schools across the county, from Boca Raton to Jupiter.
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Category: safety ·
Published: May 26, 2026 ·
Source: WPTV ·
Reading time: 1 min
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