On November 21, 2024, PBSO Motor Deputies, Corporal Luis Paez and Deputy Ralph "Butch" Waller were struck and killed by a motorist while parked on the side of the roadway. A third deputy, Deputy Ignacio "Dan" Diaz was also struck and succumbed to his injuries on November 25, 2024. Cpl. Paez dedicated over 36 years of his life to law enforcement, beginning his career at PBSO in January 1988 as a Corrections Deputy before moving to Road Patrol, ultimately serving as a motor deputy for more than 20 years. Deputy Waller served with distinction for over 18 years in the motor unit, having started his law enforcement career with the Royal Palm Beach Police Department before it merged with PBSO in October 2008. Deputy Diaz joined PBSO in 2006 and served with their motor unit for over 10 years.