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- PUBLIC SAFETYDrugsDrug Overdose Investigation Leads to 15-Year Prison Sentence
Bradley Lane, 50, was sentenced to 15 years in prison after pleading to manslaughter following a drug overdose investigation where one person died.
- PUBLIC SAFETYArrestMulti-Agency Internet Crimes Investigation Leads to 27 Arrests, 247 Charges
A multi-agency internet crimes investigation led by the Manatee County Sheriff's Office resulted in 27 arrests and 247 charges, including allegations of child sexual abuse material offenses and registration violations.
Allegation — not a conviction.
- PUBLIC SAFETYHomicidePartial Remains Found Near Skyway Bridge
The Manatee County Sheriff's Office is investigating after partial human remains, identified as an adult woman, were recovered from the water near the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. The circumstances surrounding the death remain under investigation.
- PUBLIC SAFETYHomicideDeath Investigation (Drowning)
Manatee County detectives are investigating a drowning that occurred near Passage Key off Anna Maria Island on September 18, 2026. A swimmer went underwater after encountering a rapidly incoming tide and large wave.
- UPDATEHomicideUPDATE: Suspicious Death Leads to Murder Arrest
A 34-year-old man was charged with second-degree murder in the death of a 44-year-old woman. He was already in custody on an attempted murder charge involving a 15-year-old.
Allegation — not a conviction.
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