State Attorney, Palm Beach County

Today, we honored Corporal Luis Paez, Deputy Ralph “Butch” Waller, and Deputy Ignacio “Dan” Diaz. We appreciate our community’s support and patience during this difficult time. For those who couldn’t attend the ceremony, here is a video we prepared to honor their memory and legacy during the ceremony. #PBSOFallen 🖤

We are deeply grateful for the outpouring of support from across the nation during this unimaginable time. As law enforcement, we train for so much, but nothing prepares us for losing one of our own—let alone three. We are grieving, and as Sheriff Bradshaw said, “When you lose a law enforcement officer, you lose a little piece of the community.” Palm Beach County is mourning. We will say our final goodbyes to our fallen heroes on December 3rd. More details to come. Thank you for standing with us. #PBSOstrong

Corporal Luis Paez dedicated over 36 years of his life to law enforcement, beginning his career with PBSO in January of 1988 as a Corrections Deputy. He later transitioned to Road Patrol and ultimately served passionately as a Motor Deputy for more than 20 years. His dedication and commitment to his community will NEVER be forgotten. We are heartbroken beyond words. Please keep his loved ones and our PBSO family in your thoughts and prayers. 🖤 #PBSOFallen

This is our hero, Deputy Ignacio “Dan” Diaz, currently fighting for his life. Deputy Diaz joined PBSO in 2004 and has been a valued member of our Motor Unit for over 10 years. He is currently in critical condition. We ask for your thoughts and prayers for him and his family during this incredibly difficult time. #PBSOstrong

Sheriff @RicBradshaw will be holding a press conference today at 4 PM to provide updates on the horrific crash that took the lives of two of our Deputies and leaving another in critical condition. Sheriff Ric Bradshaw will address the community as we navigate this heartbreaking situation. Please keep our PBSO family in your thoughts and prayers during this devastating time. #PBSO