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The Care and Safety of Inmates at BSO's Department of Detention Mar 03, 2021

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Sheriff Gregory Tony is joined by special guest, Lieutenant Colonel Josefa Benjamin, for an in-depth discussion on the inner workings of BSO's Department of Detention. There are many moving parts involved with the care and safety of thousands of inmates in our custody. LTC Benjamin sheds light on the process and explains the differences between our detention facilities, the care taken during the intake process and so much more.
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BSO’s Burglary Apprehension Team Fighting Crime Feb 26, 2021

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Sheriff Gregory Tony and special guest, Detective Michael Merrill from BSO’s Burglary Apprehension Team (BAT), take listeners inside the BAT Unit’s crime-fighting efforts. Hardly a day goes by that BAT detectives don’t make an arrest for a stolen car or make significant progress toward recovering one along with solving other burglary cases. Learn more about how BSO is safeguarding the Broward community.

The Power of Positive Role Models Feb 24, 2021

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Sheriff Gregory Tony is joined by special guest, Alton Bolden, Principal of Piney Grove Boys Academy for a dynamic discussion on mentorship, leadership and developing youth into successful adults. Principal Bolden provides insight on the unique programs offered at Piney Grove and the ways BSO proudly supports their Fathers Being Involved Program (FBI) for boys being raised by single mothers.

Florida Ranks Third in Calls Received by the National Human Trafficking Hotline Feb 03, 2021

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There is nothing human about human trafficking. Sheriff Gregory Tony is joined by special guest, Jumorrow Johnson, Human Trafficking Coordinator, Office of the State Attorney 17th Judicial Circuit, for an enlightening discussion about the prevalence of human trafficking in the State of Florida and its impact on the community.

If you suspect human trafficking in your community, please contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline at (888) 373-7888, text "HELP" or "INFO" to 233733, or call BSO's non-emergency number at 954-764-4357.

Protect Your Children from Online Predators Jan 20, 2021

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To help protect our youth from online predators, Sheriff Gregory Tony and special guest, Detective Michael Joo, from the Internet Crimes Against Children Unit engage in an in-depth discussion about how to identify if your child is being targeted or manipulated online. Detective Joo provides important safety tips to guide the online activity of parents and children.

If you or someone you know is being exploited online, please contact the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children at 1-800-THE-LOST (843-5678) or https://report.cybertip.org. The Broward Sheriff's Office works with federal, state and local agencies on all Broward County related cyber tips.

BSO Distributes Over 4 Million Pounds of Food Across Broward County Dec 16, 2020

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Sheriff Gregory Tony sat down with special guest, Captain Audrey Jones from BSO’s Special Events and Logistics Unit, to discuss how her team coordinated with community partners during this trying time to distribute more than 4 million pounds of food across to residents in need across Broward County.

To assist Broward residents in preparing for the holidays, below are the upcoming food distribution details for the remainder of 2020:

Wednesday, Dec 16, 2020, 9:00 - 11:00 am

Christian Life Center

2699 W. Commercial Blvd.

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Thursday, Dec 17, 2020, 9:00 - 11:00 am

Pompano Citi Center

1955 N. Federal Highway

Pompano Beach, FL

Friday, Dec 18, 2020, 9:30 - 11:00 am

Quiet Waters Park

401 Powerline Road

Deerfield Beach, FL

Monday, Dec 21, 2020, 9:00 - 11:00 am

Community Christian Church

10001 W. Commercial Blvd.

Tamarac, FL

It’s Ok to Not be Ok Dec 14, 2020

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The holiday season brings joy but can sometimes create increased stress, anxiety and depression. In this episode, Sheriff Gregory Tony is joined by special guests, Judy Couwels, Employee Assistance Program Manager, and Bailee Schuhmann, Nova Southeastern University psychology graduate student, who discuss ways to protect your mental health and help others who may also be affected . You will also learn more about resources and services available to assist you in your time of need.

Safety During the Holiday Season Dec 09, 2020

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The holiday season is here! To help keep you safe, Sheriff Gregory Tony is joined by special guests from BSO’s Department of Law Enforcement, Major Aimee Russo and Sergeant Devoune Williams, to discuss important safety reminders and crime prevention tips in your neighborhood. You will also learn more about helpful programs and services offered by BSO such as Operation Front Porch and our Vacation Home Watch Program.

An Inside Look at the Professional Standards Committee Oct 29, 2020

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Sheriff Gregory Tony and Director of the Professional Standards Committee (PSC), Ret. Judge Julio Gonzalez, discuss how the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) PSC has changed to reflect higher standards of professionalism, provide more accountability and ensure due process for BSO employees. In this discussion, Dir. Gonzalez also expresses why he believes the BSO PSC is one of the best in Florida.

Use of Force Review Board Oct 21, 2020

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In the 105-year history of the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO), the first-ever Use of Force Review Board was created to establish an additional layer of internal review of use of force incidents. Sheriff Gregory Tony and special guest, BSO Captain Scott Champagne from the Public Corruption and Internal Affairs Division, dive deeper into this topic shedding light on why this board was created and how it reinforces accountability to ultimately better serve the Broward community.

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