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.

FL Widower Lost $100K In Internet Romance Scam: Bradenton Police

A MN man was charged with grand theft after targeting a Bradenton widower in an internet romance scam and stealing $100K, police said.

Death Investigation Underway After 2 Shootings: Bradenton Police

A 43-year-old woman returning home from the grocery store was killed in one of a pair of shootings in Bradenton Tuesday night, police said.

Manatee County’s Oldest Home Has $2.15M Asking Price: Realtor

The Bartholomew Fogarty House, built by one of Bradenton’s founders from reclaimed ship parts, is for sale for $2.15M, the realtor said.

Teen Motorcyclist Killed In University Park Crash: FL Highway Patrol

An 18-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a crash with a truck at the intersection of University Parkway and N. Cattlemen Road, FHP said.

Man Found Injured In West Bradenton Dies: Police

A man was found with a traumatic brain injury from an unknown cause in a West Bradenton neighborhood early Oct. 30, police said.

Mother Pepper Sprayed Foster Parents, Fled With Sons: Manatee Sheriff

A mother who took her biological sons from their foster parents and fled Florida was found in Georgia, the Manatee County sheriff said.

Suspect In Deadly Hit-And-Run Sought In Manatee County: FL Troopers

After being hit by a vehicle that left the scene, a pedestrian was run over by an SUV and motorcycle, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Bradenton Man Faces Child Porn Charges: FL Officials

A Bradenton man faces charges after being found with hundreds of files containing child sexual abuse material, the FDLE said.

3 Killed In Fiery I-275 Crash In Manatee County: FL Highway Patrol

Three people were killed on I-275 in Palmetto early Wednesday after a truck drove off the highway, hit a pole and caught fire, FHP said.

FL Church Burglar Stole Pastor’s License, Credit Cards: Police

A man went into an office at Trinity Lutheran Church and stole the pastor’s license, credit cards and cash on Sunday, Bradenton police said.