Crime & Safety
Fatal Shooting Under Investigation In Bradenton: Police
A man was shot in front of a Bradenton home in the 700 block of 17th Street Court E. on Sunday night, police said.
BRADENTON, FL — Officers are investigating a fatal shooting that happened Sunday night that happened Friday night in Bradenton, authorities said.
A man in his fifties was shot in front of a home in the 700 block of 17th Street Court E. around 7 p.m., according to a Bradenton Police Department news release.
The victim was found when officers responded to reports of a shooting in the area. Despite life-saving measures from first responders, the man was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.
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Investigators are working to identify the victim and will release more information when it’s available.
Detectives ask that any witnesses to the shooting come forward with any information they have.
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Witnesses can contact Detective Andy Perez at andres.perez@bradentonpd.com or 941-932-9322. To remain anonymous and eligible for a cash reward up to $3,000 can contact Crime Stoppers at 866-634-8477 or send a tip at manateecrimestoppers.com.
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