27 Arrests Made, 247 Charges File In Internet Crimes Operation: Manatee Sheriff

A months-long investigation targeting internet-related sexual offenses led to 27 arrests and 247 criminal charges in Manatee County.

Student Arrested For Threatening Staff Member At School: Bradenton Police

A 17-year-old boy was arrested for making a threat under another student’s name against a high school staff member, Bradenton police said.

Bradenton Man Extradited From Hungary To Face Child Exploitation Charge: Police

A Bradenton man fled to Hungary in 2022 after an investigation into suspected child sexual abuse material connected to his home, police said

Father, 85, Dies From Injuries A Week After Fight With Son: Manatee Sheriff

A man was charged with attempted murder following his father’s death from injuries sustained during a fight with him, Manatee sheriff said.

Woman Identified After Decomposing Body Found Behind Bradenton Home: Sheriff

Manatee County deputies identified a woman whose body was found behind a Bradenton home and said she died from “homicidal violence."

Man Convicted In 2022 Bradenton Shooting That Killed Teen: FL State Attorney

A man was convicted of manslaughter in a 2022 shooting that killed a 16-year-old boy in Bradenton, officials said.

Woman’s Decomposing Body Found Behind Bradenton Home: Manatee Sheriff

A suspicious death investigation is underway after a woman’s decomposing body was found behind a Bradenton home, the Manatee sheriff said.

Man Who Stabbed 15-Year-Old Charged With Attempted Murder: Manatee Sheriff

After several days at large, the man who stabbed a 15-year-old boy multiple times at a Bradenton home was arrested, Manatee sheriff said.

15-Year-Old Boy Stabbed in Bradenton, Suspect Sought: Manatee Sheriff

The suspect who stabbed a 15-year-old boy multiple times at a Bradenton home remains at large, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office said.

55 Sea Turtle Hatchlings Found Dead On Anna Maria Island

Officials say artificial lights drew dozens of loggerhead hatchlings away from the Gulf and onto a road.

Soccer Club Treasurer Used $146K In Club Funds For Personal Expenses: Manatee Sheriff

The treasurer of a local soccer club is accused of using $146K on personal trips, sporting events, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

3 Injured In Targeted Palmetto Shooting, Manatee Deputies Say

Three people were injured in a targeted shooting at a Palmetto home, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Driver Convicted In Road-Rage Shooting That Wounded Pregnant Passenger In Manatee: State Attorney

A driver faces up to 101 years behind bars after being convicted in a 2024 road-rage shooting that injured a pregnant woman in Manatee.

Teen Wanted For Central FL Double Murders Arrested In Manatee: U.S. Marshals

A 17-year-old wanted for the murders of two childhood friends in DeLand was arrested at an Ellenton motel, the U.S. Marshals Service said.

FL Congressional Candidate Arrested During Welfare Check On Children

A candidate running for U.S. House in FL’s District 16 was arrested after deputies, DCF came to his home for a welfare check on his family.

Roof Collapse Led To Evacuation Of 157 At Bradenton Assisted Living Facility

A partial roof collapse compromised key systems at a Bradenton assisted living facility, leading to the evacuation of 157 residents.

Illegal Gambling Operation Shut Down In Bradenton, 1 Arrested, Sheriff Says

The Manatee County Sheriff's Office said detectives seized cash, gambling machines and computer towers in a raid on an illegal arcade.

Manatee EMS Deputy Chief Arrested In Child Sex Abuse Case: Sheriff

Manatee County investigators said the arrest followed an FBI tip and a search of the deputy chief's residence.

Bradenton Police Arrest Brooksville Man In Twin Dolphin Marina Swatting Case

A Brooksville man was charged after a false 988 chat prompted a large response at Twin Dolphin Marina in Bradenton, police said.

Bradenton Police Disperse Riverwalk 'Teen Takeover' Crowd

Bradenton police said 250 to 300 young people gathered along the Riverwalk, and officers shut two areas as the crowd dispersed.

Woman Killed In Crash Near Sunshine Skyway Bridge: FL Highway Patrol

The 54-year-old was ejected from her vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene, police said.

Bicyclist Killed In Early Morning Crash In Manatee County

The crash occurred around 4:30 a.m. on 15th Street East, south of the intersection with 61st Avenue East, police said.

Palmetto Woman Killed, Another Person Injured In Mangroves Boat Crash: Reports

A 41-year-old woman died when the boat she was on crashed into Manatee County mangroves, reports said. One other person aboard was injured.

SCF Launches New Associate in Science Degree in Cybersecurity Operations

SCF's new Cybersecurity Operations A.S. degree will begin in Fall 2026, preparing students for careers in fast-growing and in-demand fields.

Manatee Candidate Arrested Second Time In Domestic Battery Case: Jail Records

A Manatee County Commission candidate was arrested for violating the conditions of his release in a domestic battery case, records show.

Manatee Fatal Shooting Suspect Arrested In GA After Nearly 4 Months On The Run: Sheriff

A man wanted in a March 8 fatal shooting in Bradenton was arrested in Georgia after nearly 4 months on the run, the Manatee sheriff said.

Manatee Courier Scam Probe Finds 40-Plus FL Victims, Leads to Arrests

Detectives said the Manatee County case tied multiple suspects to an elder fraud network with losses topping $3.5 million.

Manatee Candidate To Stay In Race Despite Domestic Battery Charge

A Manatee County Commission candidate said he'll stay in the race despite a recent domestic battery arrest.

Bradenton Man Hit, Killed By SUV Turning Into Apartment Complex: FL Troopers

Investigators are working to determine which of the two adults in the SUV was behind the wheel at the time of the Bradenton crash, FHP said.

3 Arrested In Home Depot Equipment Theft Scheme: Manatee County Sheriff

Manatee County deputies said the suspects were tied to 55 pieces of equipment valued at more than $52,000 stolen from Home Depots across FL.

Stolen Radioactive Device Listed For Sale On Facebook Leads To Bradenton Man’s Arrest

A Bradenton man was arrested for trying to sell a stolen radioactive moisture density gauge on Facebook Marketplace, FL troopers said.

Injured Contractor Rescued From Bradenton Water Tower: Officials

Bradenton fire crews rescued a contractor who was injured while working on a city water tower, officials said.

Bradenton Elder Fraud Probe Tied To Nationwide Gold Bar Scam

A Bradenton elder fraud case involving an 80-year-old veteran's $1.4 million loss is tied to a federal gold bar scam, police said.

16-Year-Old Arrested In Manatee High School Student’s Death: Bradenton Police

A 16-year-old was charged with manslaughter in the fatal shooting of another teenager in Bradenton, police said.

Teen Found Dead Outside Bradenton Home: Police

The death of a teenager whose body was found outside a Bradenton home is under investigation, police said.

Cyclist Killed In Crash In Manatee County

Police said the collision occurred early Saturday near the intersection of 53rd Avenue West and 66th Street West.

17 Gravesites Vandalized At Historic Black Cemetery: Manatee County Sheriff

Vandals damaged 17 gravesites at a Palmetto cemetery, and spray painted "Trump" and "DeSantis" on several in red, reports said.

Bradenton Mom Was Drunk, Looking At Phone When Her Daughter Drowned: Arrest Report

Police said the child was at the bottom of the pool for 9 minutes before someone noticed she was missing.

4-Year-Old Drowns At Pool Party; Mom Charged In Death: Police

The girl had slipped while swimming and remained at the bottom of the pool for several minutes before she was found, police said.

Bradenton Police Fire Officer After Domestic Violence Arrest: Officials

A Bradenton patrol officer was fired after her arrest on domestic battery and burglary charges, police said.