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Woman born without right hand goes viral after deputy accuses her of holding phone in right hand
By Michael Hoffman at WPTV
· June 12, 2026
· 1 min read
A Palm Beach County deputy pulled over a Lake Worth woman for allegedly holding her phone in her right hand while driving. There was just one problem — she was born without a right hand.
Key takeaway There was just one problem — she was born without a right hand.
Why this matters in The Palm Beach
The incident involving the Lake Worth woman and the Palm Beach County deputy raises questions about officer training and awareness of disabilities in the community. As the School District of Palm Beach County and local organizations work to promote inclusivity and disability awareness, this encounter highlights the need for law enforcement to be equally informed. The fact that the deputy did not recognize the woman's physical difference suggests a gap in training or observation skills. This incident may prompt the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office to review its protocols and procedures for interacting with individuals with disabilities, ensuring that officers are better equipped to handle similar situations in the future. The community will be watching to see how the sheriff's office responds to this incident and what steps it takes to prevent similar misunderstandings.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 12, 2026 ·
Source: WPTV ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A Palm Beach County deputy pulled over a Lake Worth woman for allegedly holding her phone in her right hand while driving. There was just one problem — she was born without a right hand.
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