Man Shot In Road-Rage Incident On U.S. 301: Palmetto Police

Investigators are working to identify the shooter in an early Monday road-rage incident on U.S. 301, Palmetto police said.

Cabinet Company Owners Sentenced For Customer Scam: Bradenton Police

One of the owners of M&L Cabinets in Bradenton spent $220,000 using his company credit card at casinos, Bradenton police said.

Man Who Shot, Killed Girlfriend’s Mother Convicted: FL Officials

A man who shot and killed his girlfriend’s mother in 2022 was sentenced to life in prison without parole, the state attorney’s office said.

4 Teens Destroyed Public Bathroom At Rossi Park: Bradenton Police

The 4 teens were charged with felonies after damaging sinks, toilets and urinals at a bathroom along Bradenton Riverwalk, police said.

Murder Charge Filed In Fentanyl Overdose Death: Manatee Sheriff

A drug dealer was charged with murder after selling fentanyl to a woman and leaving her to die at a Wawa, the Manatee County sheriff said.

Bradenton Man Convinced Girl, 14, to Send Him Explicit Images: US DOJ

A Bradenton man was sentenced to time behind bars for the production and receipt of child sexual abuse material, the U.S. DOJ said.

New Tips Sought In Woman’s 2003 Cold-Case Death In Bradenton

After more than 20 years, Bradenton police are seeking new tips in the 2003 death of 41-year-old Denisha Williams.

Riders Thrown From ‘Spooked’ Horses During Beach Tour: Watch

Seven riders were thrown from “spooked” horses during a Saturday morning beach ride along Palma Sola Causeway, Bradenton police said.

Missing Woman Declared Dead 1 Year Later: Bradenton Police

A Bradenton woman reported missing last year and whose brother took his own life was declared dead by a Manatee County judge, police said.

Man Runs Over Another Customer At Gas Station: Bradenton Police

After a fight at a Marathon gas station in Bradenton, a man ran over another customer, breaking his leg, police said.

Bradenton Home Invasion Suspect Caught Trying To Flee To Mexico: MCSO

The suspect in a Bradenton home invasion that left one of his accomplices dead was caught trying to flee to Mexico, Manatee sheriff said.

Father Of Hit-And-Run Suspect Arrested: Bradenton Police

A warrant has been issued for his son, a hit-and-run suspect in a fatal Saturday night crash, Bradenton police said.

Woman Sought In Ongoing Murder Investigation: Bradenton Police

Homicide detectives are looking for a woman they’d like to speak with about an ongoing investigation, Bradenton police said.

$10K Reward Offered For Horseback Riding Center’s Missing Horse

Cloud, a 16-year-old white mare, has been missing from Florida Beach Horses in the Bradenton area since Saturday.

3 Trucks Crash In Manatee County: FL Highway Patrol

Three trucks, including a semi-tractor trailer truck, crashed Monday afternoon in Manatee County, FL Highway Patrol said.

Dr. Asked 14-Year-Old Girl For Nude Photos: Manatee County Sheriff

A doctor from the Bradenton area pretended to be a 19-year-old man on Reddit and asked a 14-year-old UT girl for nude photos, MCSO said.

Vehicle Carrying Crane Tears Down Power Lines: Bradenton Police

A section of Manatee Avenue in Bradenton is blocked after a vehicle carrying a crane overturned and damaged power lines, police said.

Driver Dies After Losing Control Of SUV On Manatee County Road: FHP

A Myakka City woman died after losing control of her SUV on Clay Gully Road Friday afternoon, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Intruder Fatally Shot By Bradenton Homeowner: Manatee County Sheriff

A home invasion suspect was fatally shot by a homeowner and another suspect faces charges, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

4 Teens Arrested While Trying To Steal Bradenton Vehicle: Watch

There has been an uptick in thefts of Kias and Hyundais in the Bradenton area in recent months, police said.

12 Store Clerks Sold Alcohol To Minors In Manatee Operation: MCSO

Investigators and informants visited 46 locations in Saturday’s undercover underage drinking operation, the Manatee County sheriff said.

Teen Vehicle Burglar Tried To Hide In Creek: Manatee County Sheriff

Three suspects, including at least two 14-year-old boys, tried to break into vehicles in Bradenton early Friday morning, MCSO said.

Man Who Fatally Stabbed His Girlfriend At Manatee Motel Convicted: SAO

A man who fatally stabbed his girlfriend, hid her body under a bed at a Bradenton motel will spend decades in prison, state attorney said.

‘Porch Pirates’ Stole Packages, Cards From Manatee Homes: Sheriff

A couple was arrested in Bradenton for stealing packages, as well as Christmas cards and mail, from Manatee County homes, the sheriff said.

2 Killed In Manatee County Crash: FL Highway Patrol

A Saturday night crash on State Road 70 in Manatee County left two people dead and one seriously injured, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Child Rapist Thought To Be In Manatee County: FL Sheriff

A man wanted for the sexual battery of a child in Martin County is believed to be in the Bradenton area, the sheriff’s office said.

Man, Bichon Dog Missing In Manatee County: Sheriff’s Office

An 87-year-old man and Sassy, his Bichon dog, were last seen Tuesday at their Ellenton home, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Teen Shot Flare Onto School Soccer Field Mid-Game: Bradenton Police

The teenager shot the flare gun onto the soccer field at a private school after being asked to leave a game, Bradenton police said.

FL Shooting Suspect Arrested At GA Amtrak Train Station: Sheriff

A FL man who shot 5 people outside a Bradenton bar last month was taken into custody at an Amtrak train station in Savannah, GA, MCSO said.

Fire Destroys Bradenton Mobile Home, Kills 2 Cats: Reports

A couple lost everything when a fire destroyed their mobile home and vehicle in Bradenton on Friday morning, reports said.

Armed Suspect Stole Gun From Bradenton Shop: Watch

Investigators are looking for an armed man who stole a gun from High Noon Guns in Bradenton Saturday afternoon, police said.

Boy Hit By Car While Walking Toward School Bus: FL Highway Patrol

A 7-year-old boy was hit by a car while crossing a street toward a stopped Manatee County school bus Wednesday, FL Highway Patrol said.

Horse Killed, Others Injured In Manatee County Crash: Reports

A horse was killed and other horses and people were seriously injured in Manatee County crash, reports said.

Bradenton Drug Dealer Who Sold ‘Scooby Snacks’ Sentenced: U.S. DOJ

A Bradenton felon and drug dealer was sentenced to federal prison on multiple charges, the U.S. Department of Justice said.

FL Man Who Shot, Killed Father-In-Law Convicted: State Attorney

The man asked his father-in-law if he was afraid of dying before fatally shooting him while driving in Manatee County, state attorney said.

Teen Driver Arrested After Leaving Scene Of Fatal Crash: FL Troopers

An 18-year-old Bradenton man was arrested after leaving and returning to the scene of a fatal Manatee County crash, FL Highway Patrol said.

Elon Musk Impersonator Scammed Elderly TX Woman: Bradenton Police

A Bradenton man pretending to be billionaire Elon Musk scammed a Texas woman of at least $250,000, police said.

FL Substitute Teacher Sent Inappropriate Texts To 2 Teens: Sheriff

A substitute teacher faces charges in two FL counties for his inappropriate relationships with teenagers, Manatee County sheriff said.

FL Woman Fraudulently Applied For Hurricane Disaster Claim: Police

A Bradenton woman pretended to be her mother when applying for hurricane disaster assistance, police said.

FL’s ‘Monkey Whisperer’ Faces New Animal Trafficking Charges: US DOJ

A Manatee County man known as “The Monkey Whisperer” and his brother face new charges related to trafficking primates, the U.S. DOJ said.