‘Armed And Dangerous’ Bradenton Shooting Suspect Sought: Police

BRADENTON, FL — After a deadly shooting in Bradenton Saturday, police are looking for a suspect they say is “armed and dangerous.”

Just before noon on Saturday, Bradenton police responded to reports of a shooting in the 4800 block of 51st Street West.

When they arrived, officers found Cecil V. Richardson, 26, of Bradenton with gunshot injuries. He was brought to a local hospital, where he died shortly after his arrival, police said.

Detectives identified two suspects in the shooting. One, Chanelle Michelle Lawson, 27, of Bradenton, was taken into custody Saturday and charged with second-degree murder.

The second suspect, Shamar Dequez Johnson, 22, of Bradenton, has active warrants for second-degree murder and is considered “armed and dangerous,” police said.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call Detective Andres Perez at 941-932-9322 or email BPDTips@BradentonPD.com.

To remain anonymous and eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000, call Crime Stoppers at 866-634-8477 or send an e-tip at www.manateecrimestoppers.com.