Motorcyclist Killed In 3-Vehicle Crash In Cortez: FL Highway Patrol

A Bradenton motorcyclist was killed in a 3-vehicle crash on Cortez Road Tuesday afternoon, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Imposters Pretend To Be Bradenton Police Lieutenant In Scam: BPD

In a new scam, imposters pretend to be Bradenton police Lt. William Weldon and other senior officers, Bradenton Police Department said.

Gun Found In Student’s Fanny Pack On Campus: Manatee Sheriff

A student faces charges after bringing a gun to Southeast High School in a fanny pack, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Man Overturns Into I-75 Retention Pond, Dies: FL Highway Patrol

A Bradenton man died after losing control of his SUV on I-75 and overturning into a retention pond near State Road 70, state troopers said.

Drug Trafficking Ring Broken Up In Bradenton: U.S. DOJ

Seven men face charges related to trafficking methamphetamine throughout Manatee County, the U.S. Department of Justice said.

2 Patrol Vehicles Donated To Department In North FL: Bradenton Police

Bradenton donated two backup patrol vehicles to the Jasper Police Department in Hamilton County, FL, police said.

Fatal Shooting Victim Found Near Bradenton Club Identified: Sheriff

An up to $8,000 reward is offered for information leading to the arrest in the fatal shooting of Dwight Evans, Jr., Manatee sheriff said.

Bicyclist Hit, Killed On Anna Maria Bridge: Florida Highway Patrol

A NY man was killed after being hit by an SUV and thrown from his bicycle on Anna Maria Bridge in Holmes Beach, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Teen Intentionally Drove Into Victim: Bradenton Police

A 17-year-old intentionally drove into a pedestrian on Palma Sola Causeway, faces numerous charges, Bradenton police said.

Detectives Want To Talk To Teen About Fatal Shooting: Manatee Sheriff

Investigators are interested in speaking with a Bradenton teen about a July 9 fatal shooting, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

8 Stores Sold Alcohol To Minors In Sting: Manatee County Sheriff

Clerks at eight businesses were cited during an underage drinking sting operation, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Motorcyclist Killed In Crash: FL Highway Patrol

A Bradenton motorcyclist was killed in a Manatee County crash Wednesday night, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Man Shot In Parking Lot Of Bradenton Arcade: Manatee County Sheriff

A man was found with multiple gunshot wounds in the parking lot of Gold Rush Arcade early Sunday morning, Manatee County sheriff said.

Stolen Dive Boat Found In Mangroves At Green Bridge: Bradenton Police

A dive boat stolen from a FL subcontractor caused the cancellation of work planned on Green Bridge Wednesday, Bradenton police said.

Gas Line Ruptures During Tree Removal At Bradenton Home: City

There were no injuries when a natural gas line ruptured at a Bradenton home during a tree removal Wednesday afternoon, the city said.

Kitten Rescued From Concrete Block At Manatee County Home: Watch

Watch first responders rescue a kitten trapped inside a concrete block at a Manatee County home.

Hillsborough Sergeant Arrested After Argument Over Parking Spot: HCSO

A Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office sergeant was arrested in Bradenton Beach after an argument over a parking spot, HCSO said.

9 Injured In Boat Collision Off Anna Maria Island: Report

Nine people, six of whom were minors, were taken to the hospital, WWSB reported.

Boat Burglary Suspect Sought In Bradenton: Police

Investigators are hoping to identify a boat burglary suspect who burglarized several vessels at Tarpon Pointe Marina, Bradenton police said.

Deputies Search For Boy, Girl In Bradenton: Manatee County Sheriff

A 10-year-old boy last seen playing near his home in Bradenton is believed to be with a friend, a 12-year-old girl: Manatee County sheriff.

Missing Teen Sought In Bradenton: Police

Officers are looking for a 19-year-old man who left his home Sunday afternoon and hasn’t returned, Bradenton police said.

Missing Person Last Contacted Family In April: Manatee County Sheriff

Detectives are looking for a 31-year-old person who hasn’t been in touch with family members since April, the Manatee County sheriff said.

3 Teens Charged In Manatee Vape Shop Burglary: Police

Manatee County authorities said the three 16-year-olds stole a car before burglarizing Big Boy Vapers in Bradenton.

Inmate Dies At Manatee County Jail: Sheriff

A Bradenton man booked into Manatee County Jail at the end of June died in the jail Tuesday morning, the sheriff’s office said.

2 Children Killed In Manatee County Crash: FL Highway Patrol

A man and a woman were also seriously injured in a Manatee County crash that killed two children, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Driver Dies After Truck Overturns In Retention Pond: FL Highway Patrol

An Ellenton man died after losing control of his pickup truck and overturning in a retention pond, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Teen Dies After Boat, Jet Ski Crash Near Manatee River: Reports

A 14-year-old boy was killed after a collision between a boat and a jet ski Saturday near the Manatee River, reports said.

16-Year-Old Charged In Fatal Bradenton Shooting: Manatee Sheriff

The 18-year-old killed in a fatal shooting at a Bradenton mobile home wasn’t the suspect’s intended victim, the sheriff’s office said.

Manatee County Scammed Of $1.4M By Two Georgia Men: Sheriff

Two Georgia men scammed Manatee County of nearly $1.4 million by pretending to work for Neal Land & Communities, the sheriff's office said.

Teen Found Dead At Bradenton Mobile Home Park: Sheriff

An 18-year-old boy was found dead Sunday morning at a Bradenton mobile home park, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Man Dies In Water Near Riverwalk Skate Park: Bradenton Police

Officers are investigating a Thursday afternoon death in the waters near the Riverwalk skate park, Bradenton police said.

7 Teens Stole 15 Vehicles From Bradenton Auto Body Shop: Police

At least 15 vehicles were stolen from a Bradenton auto body shop Sunday morning by 7 teenagers, who face charges, police said.

Boating Activity Focus Of Holiday Water Enforcement: Manatee Sheriff

The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office issued three boating citations and wrote dozens of warnings on Saturday and Sunday.

12 Vehicles Stolen From Bradenton Auto Body Shop Sunday: Police

Two of the stolen vehicles crashed in Bradenton and one was engulfed in flames, police said. A juvenile driver was injured in the crash.

Bicyclist Killed In U.S. 301 Crash: FL Highway Patrol

A Sarasota bicyclist was hit by a car on U.S. 301 in Ellenton Saturday night, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

DUI Charge Dropped Against Manatee County Commissioner Kruse: Report

George Kruse was initially charged with DUI after he crashed his truck into a tree in April 2022, according to authorities.

Runaway Teen Cousins Sought In Bradenton: Police

Officers are looking for two 13-year-old cousins, a boy and a girl, who ran away Monday night in Bradenton, police said.

DUI Driver Who Hit, Killed Child In Palmetto Gets Prison Time: State

A man who hit and killed a child in Palmetto last year while driving under the influence of meth is heading to prison, state attorney said.

Fatal Shooting Suspect Has Multiple Out-Of-County Warrants: Sheriff

A man shot and killed two others during a dispute at a Bradenton home early Wednesday morning, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office said.

Wandering Herd Of Cows Keeps Officers Busy: Bradenton Police

Officers spent their afternoon herding wandering cows in Bradenton, police said.