Inmate Died In Manatee County Jail: Sheriff

A 26-year-old inmate had trouble breathing early Tuesday and died, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Armed Man Barricaded Himself In Bradenton Home With Child: Police

An armed man barricaded himself and a young child in a Bradenton home early Tuesday morning, police said.

Bradenton Woman Lied When Purchasing 7 Guns: DOJ

A Bradenton woman who buys and sells guns used the wrong address during purchases, the U.S. Department of Justice said.

Missing Girl Ran Away From Bradenton Home: Manatee County Sheriff

Deputies are looking for a missing 12-year-old girl who ran away from her Bradenton home Friday afternoon, sheriff’s office said.

‘Possible Suicide’ Under Investigation In I-275 Rest Area: FHP

The Florida Highway Patrol said that it’s investigating “a possible suicide” on I-275 in Manatee County.

Driver Dies After Hitting Cow In Myakka City: FL Highway Patrol

An SUV driver died after hitting a cow that wandered onto State Road 70 in Myakka City, Florida Highway Patrol said.

FL Man Took An Uber To Rob Iowa Bank, Carjacked Driver: Reports

A Bradenton man was arrested in Minnesota and faces charges after Ubering to rob a Chase bank in Des Moines, reports said.

6-Year-Old From Bradenton Seriously Hurt In Crash: Police

Several others involved in the crash were also injured, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

MCR Health Fires CEO Facing Felony Charge In Pinellas County: Report

Former MCR Health CEO and president Patrick Carnegie faces a felony trespassing charge in Pinellas County, court records show.

Motorcyclist Dies After Manatee Ave. Crash: Bradenton Police

A motorcyclist died Saturday morning after being hit by a vehicle making a U-turn on Manatee Avenue W., Bradenton police said.

15-Year-Old Killed In Early Thanksgiving Shooting: Bradenton Police

A teenage boy was fatally shot in the 1800 block of 28th Avenue East in Bradenton early Thursday morning, police said.

‘Master Escape Artist’ St. Bernard Has New Bradenton Adventure: Police

A dog who wandered into a Dollar General in Bradenton in June escaped from his yard to have another adventure this weekend, police said.

Fatal Shooting: Bradenton Police Seek Witnesses To Oct. 20 Murder

The Bradenton Police Department is asking for witnesses of an Oct. 20 fatal shooting to come forward.

Driver Charged With DUI In Fatal U.S. 41 Crash In Manatee County: FHP

A passenger was killed when two pick-up trucks collided on U.S. 41 in Manatee County early Sunday morning, Florida Highway Patrol said.

2 Men Convicted In Bradenton Smoke Shop Killing: State Attorney

Two men were convicted of first-degree murder, robbery with a firearm in a 2019 Bradenton smoke shop killing, state attorney’s office said.

Man Charged In Fatal Shooting Outside Bradenton Bar: Police

The suspect in an Oct. 29 fatal shooting outside a Bradenton bar was charged with second-degree murder, police said.

3 Girls Hit By Pick-Up Truck In Bradenton: FL Highway Patrol

Three girls were injured after being hit by a pick-up truck while running across a Bradenton street Thursday, Florida Highway Patrol said.

I-75 Bus Crash Leaves 2 Seriously Injured In Manatee County: FHP

A driver, passenger were seriously injured after their car lost control and they drove into the path of a bus, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Man Dies Days After Shooting Outside Bradenton Bar: Police

Investigators are seeking tips after a fatal shooting outside La Barkania Bar Saturday night in Bradenton, police said.

Runaways Missing From Children’s Home In Bradenton: Manatee Sheriff

Deputies are looking for three runaways who were last seen at a Bradenton children’s home Monday evening, the Manatee County Sheriff said.

Man Shot Outside Bradenton Bar Not Expected To Survive: Police

Police are investigating the overnight shooting.

Scam Promotes Fake Sale Of Palmetto Police Hoodies: PPD

A text message scam targets people by promoting fake sales of Palmetto Police Department hoodies, the agency said.

‘Unsolved Mysteries' Tackles Death Of Manatee County School Librarian

The new season of Netflix's "Unsolved Mysteries" will feature the 2013 cold-case death of Palmetto High School librarian Pat Mullins.

Man Shot, Killed In Palmetto: Manatee County Sheriff’s Office

After being shot during an argument, a man drove himself to a Palmetto home a mile away, where he later died, the sheriff’s office said.

Fatal Shooting Investigated In Bradenton: Police

A man was shot and killed Thursday night in Bradenton, police said.

Skyway Fishing Pier Shooting Victim Identified, Reward Offered: MCSO

A $5,000 reward is offered for information about Friday’s fatal shooting near the Sunshine Skyway Bridge’s south fishing pier, MSCO said.

K9 Deputy Slashed By Thief After Stolen Car Chase In Bradenton: Video

A car thief drove into a patrol car, led deputies on a chase, broke into a home and cut a K9 deputy, Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Parrish Woman Dies After Old Tampa Road Crash: FHP

A woman was killed after losing control of her car on Old Tampa Road and hitting a sign, 3 utility poles, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Man Found Dead On Skyway Fishing Pier: Manatee County Sheriff

A man was shot to death on the Sunshine Skyway Fishing Pier Friday afternoon, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Postal Worker Trafficked Cocaine Through USPS In Bradenton: DOJ

Two Bradenton residents were charged in a scheme to use the US Postal Service to traffic cocaine from Puerto Rico, the DOJ said.

Officer Hit By Vehicle While Directing Traffic: Bradenton Police

An officer was hit by a vehicle Tuesday while directing traffic around an earlier crash in Bradenton, police said.

Man Stabbed During Argument In Bradenton: Manatee County Sheriff

After stabbing another man in Bradenton Friday night, a 33-year-old was charged with attempted murder, the sheriff’s office said.

I-75 South At SR 70 Blocked By Crash: Suncoast Traffic

Good morning, drivers in Sarasota and Manatee counties. Here's what you need to know about your Monday morning commute.

Scam Warning On Contractors, Debris Removal, Charities After Hurricane

As residents seek help repairing damaged property in the wake of Hurricane Ian, the Manatee County sheriff is warning people about scams.

Ex-Bank Employee Stole From Dead Customers, Sentenced To Prison

A Bradenton man who had worked at a former SunTrust Bank will spend time in prison for stealing from dead customers, authorities said.

Florida Man Stole $100K In Hurricane Ian Relief Money: Police

The funds were meant for Florida Moose Lodges affected by the storm, according to police.

No Pipe Bomb Found At Manatee High School After Threat: Police

Bradenton police searched Manatee High School with explosive detecting K9s Monday night after learning about a bomb threat at the school.

Tesla Driver Dies In I-75 Crash In Manatee County: Sheriff

A Tesla driver lost control of his car, which hit a tree and caught fire on I-75 early Saturday morning, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Woman Killed In ATV Crash On Washed-Out Myakka City Road: FHP

A woman died after being thrown from an ATV on a washed-out road in Myakka City days after Hurricane Ian, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Father Confesses To Killing Daughter’s Boyfriend: Manatee Sheriff

A father who shot and killed his daughter’s boyfriend in Bradenton turned himself in to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.