A Message from Sheriff Gregory Tony:
Few communities in the nation rely on one agency for as many vital public safety functions as Broward County. Among more than 3,000 sheriff’s offices nationwide, the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) stands out as one of the few full-service public safety organizations in the nation, integrating law enforcement, fire rescue, detention, 911 communications and a host of regional services under one umbrella. Serving nearly two million residents across 1,200 square miles, BSO operates one of the most comprehensive public safety systems in the country.
BSO provides law enforcement to 12 cities and all unincorporated areas of Broward County, protecting neighborhoods, businesses and key infrastructure like Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, Port Everglades and the Broward County Courthouses. Our specialized units, including Aviation, Marine Patrol, K-9, Motors and SWAT, are among the most active in the nation. BSO’s intelligence-led Threat Intervention Tactics Analytics Network (TITAN) works to prevent acts of violence and terrorism, while our Fire Rescue and Emergency Services division handles emergencies from hazardous materials, technical recue and critical, lifesaving air rescue. In 2020, we launched a unique whole blood program, which provides vital lifesaving resources to patients in a pre-hospital setting. To date, we have seen a 79.4% survival rate…