Missing Girl, 14, Last Seen In Longboat Key: FL Law Enforcement

The FL Department of Law Enforcement issued a Missing Child Alert for a 14-year-old girl last seen in Longboat Key.

Teen Driving Stolen Car Died In Palmetto Crash: Manatee County Sheriff

An 18-year-old who stole a car in Hillsborough County died after crashing it in Palmetto, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office said.

2 Arrested In Armed Robbery At Bradenton Grocery Store: Sheriff

Two men were arrested in the armed robbery of a Bradenton grocery store, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Man Killed In New Year’s Shooting In Bradenton: Sheriff

Detectives are investigating a fatal New Year’s shooting in Bradenton, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Airborne Car Hits Boat Lift, Lands In Water: Bradenton Police

A car drove off the road and launched into the water at Riverside Drive, hitting a boat lift, Bradenton police said.

Driver Rear-Ended Vehicle Pulling Out Of Ambulance’s Way: Bradenton Police

Two citations were issued in a three-vehicle crash on Manatee Avenue/Causeway that involved an ambulance, Bradenton police said.

Colombian Man Arrested For Trafficking ‘Pink Cocaine’ In FL: Officials

A Colombian man faces drug charges related to trafficking “pink cocaine” in FL and across the U.S., FDLE said.

FL Woman Fatally Shot Her 2 Ex-Husbands On Same Day: Sheriff

A Citrus County woman is accused of shooting, killing her two ex-husbands — one in Tampa, the other in Bradenton — on the same day.

Contractor Swindled Elderly Hurricane Milton Victims: Bradenton Police

A contractor faces 13 felony charges for swindling elderly victims at a Bradenton mobile home park after Hurricane Milton, police said.

Bradenton Couple Sentenced For Child Sexual Abuse Videos: Reports

A Bradenton couple was sentenced to life in prison in separate cases related to child sexual abuse and pornography charges, reports said.

Man Who Bought Diesel Fuel With Stolen Credit Card Sought: Bradenton Police

Investigators are looking for a man who bought 44 gallons of diesel with a stolen credit card, Bradenton police said.

Person Hit, Killed By Van On U.S. 41: FL Highway Patrol

A person was hit and killed by a van while crossing U.S. 41, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Woman Shot In The Face At Bradenton Home: Manatee County Sheriff

Two people were shot at a Bradenton home, including a woman who was shot in the face, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office said.

Manatee County Man Sold Fentanyl To Undercover Federal Agents: U.S. DOJ

A Palmetto man with a prior drug conviction was sentenced to federal prison after selling fentanyl to undercover agents, the U.S. DOJ said.

Man Who Stole Cell Phones From Bradenton Laundromat Sought: Watch

Investigators are looking for a suspect in the theft of several cell phones, other items from a Bradenton laundromat, police said.

Identity Of Woman Using Stolen Credit Cards In Bradenton Sought: Watch

A woman was caught on camera while using stolen credit cards at a Starbucks and a Wawa in Bradenton, police said.

Death Of Man In Protective Custody Investigated By FDLE: Bradenton Police

A man at a Wawa gas station who claimed “the cartel” was chasing him died after being taken into custody, Bradenton police said.

Woman Hit By Car, Killed While Crossing U.S. 301: FL Highway Patrol

A Palmetto woman was hit by a car and died while crossing U.S. 301 in Manatee County, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

High School Football Coach Asked Girl, 16, For Sex: Manatee County Sheriff

An assistant high school football coach in Bradenton was charged with soliciting sexual battery by an authority figure, deputies said.

Driver Died After Hitting Fence, Trees On State Road 64 In Manatee County: FL Troopers

An Englewood man died in a single-car crash on State Road 64 in Manatee County, FL Highway Patrol said.

Giovanni Pelletier’s Cause Of Death Released 3 Months After Body Was Found In Pond: Manatee Sheriff

The 18-year-old from NC was last seen alive early Aug. 1 and his body was found more than a week later in an I-75 retention pond, MCSO said.

Tips Sought 1 Year After Death Of Mother Of 4: Bradenton Police

The 43-year-old woman, a mother of four, wasn’t the intended victim in the shooting, Bradenton police said.

Motorcyclist Critically Injured In Manatee County Crash: FL Highway Patrol

A Parrish man was critically injured when his motorcycle hit a car that drove into his path, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Man Robbed Hardware Store, Stole Tools From Carport: Bradenton Police

A man accused of stealing tools from a carport in Bradenton was already in jail for robbing a hardware store in Palmetto, police said.

Convenience Store Burglar Sought In Bradenton: Watch

Investigators are looking for the suspect in an early morning burglary at a Bradenton convenience store, police said.

Thousands Of Violations Issued In School Zones Since August: Bradenton Police

School speed zone cameras have led to thousands of traffic violations being issued since school started in August, Bradenton police said.

Pedestrian Killed In Early Morning Crash: Police

A 49-year-old pedestrian died early Monday when he was struck by a vehicle in Bradenton, authorities said.

New Charges For Kay Jewelers Thief: Bradenton Police

A man who stole a gold chain from Kay Jewelers, telling workers to “call the cops,” faces charges for other crimes, Bradenton police said.

Man Gets Prison Time In Elon Musk Romance Scam: Bradenton Police

A Bradenton man acted as a “money mule” in a romance scam that defrauded an elderly TX woman of $250K, police said.

‘Pup-Date’: Starving Dogs Recovering After Rescue From Bradenton Home, Cops Say

The five large-breed dogs rescued from “deplorable conditions” will be available for adoption after they recover, Bradenton police said.

5 Starving Dogs Rescued From Home After Anonymous Tip: Bradenton Police

A couple was charged with aggravated animal cruelty after 5 malnourished dogs were rescued from their home, Bradenton police said.

6 Students, 2-Year-Old, Woman Hurt In Crash Involving 3 School Buses, SUV In Manatee County: FHP

An SUV caught fire in a Manatee County crash involving three stopped school buses from Fort Pierce High School, FL Highway Patrol said.

Fatal Stabbing Suspect Arrested: Bradenton Police

A man was charged with second-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of a 44-year-old woman last month, Bradenton police said.

Investigators Identify Woman Whose Body Was Found At Bradenton Traffic Crash Site: Police

The death of a woman whose body was found at the scene of a traffic crash in Bradenton is being investigated as a homicide, police said.

Teacher Accused Of ‘Inappropriate Behavior’ With 10-Year-Old Student At FL School

A substitute teacher was charged with lewd and lascivious conduct with a 10-year-old student at a Bradenton school, MCSO said.

Woman’s Death In Traffic Crash Investigated As Homicide: Bradenton Police

Detectives are investigating the death of a woman at the scene of a traffic crash as a homicide, Bradenton police said.

Bradenton Woman Killed In Crash: Police

She was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.

Bicyclist Killed In U.S. 41 Crash In Manatee County: FL Highway Patrol

A bicyclist was hit by an SUV that turned into his path on U.S. 41 in Manatee County, Florida Highway Patrol said.

18-Year-Old Who Fatally Shot Another Teen In Bradenton To Spend Decades Behind Bars: Records

A teenager who shot a 16-year-old at a Bradenton backyard party while playing with a gun was sentenced to decades behind bars, records show.

Manatee County Teacher Arrested For Child Porn Possession: School District

A Manatee County teacher is on administrative leave after being charged with child porn possession in Hillsborough County, officials said.