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A dispute that allegedly escalated into deadly violence resulted in a double-homicide arrest in Bradenton in early October. According to the Bradenton Police Department, Jakourtney Johnson, 34, was arrested October 1, 2026, in connection with the September 22 shooting deaths of Antonio Rosario, 30, and Willie Stubbs Jr., 43. Officers responded to a report of…
The Bradenton Police Department’s Crime Reduction Team (CRT) recently arrested a 70-year-old fugitive from New Hampshire, wanted on multiple counts of felonious sexual assault on children. In September, Bradenton Police located Duncan living in a vehicle and notified Campton investigators. Detectives approached Duncan and established a cordial relationship with the suspect to keep tabs on…
In a heartwarming display of gratitude and community spirit, the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has organized the second annual Christmas Eve meal handout for first responders. Sheriff’s deputies, EMS workers, and 911 dispatchers, who are scheduled to work on this busy night, were greeted with delicious meals, a symbol of appreciation for…
Photo Credit: Bradenton Police Department Source: Manatee County School District There was an emotional tribute to a fallen police sergeant and veteran at the “Military Night” football game at Manatee High School. The school community and Hurricanes’ fans came together to show their support for his family. Bradenton Police Department (BPD) escorted the family of…
Henry Ford once said: “The only real mistake is the one from which we learn nothing.” How true. A person who makes no mistakes is not really living. Often, our focus is sharpened as the result of a mistake and we experience true growth. Recently, a new City Attorney in Seattle, Ann Davison, began moving…
According to the Holmes Beach Police Department, officers were dispatched to 127 50th St. at around 10 p.m. in response to a noise violation this week. Police cited the renter for the violation and remained outside the residence to ensure the volume was reduced, but it was not so a second citation was issued. While…
A 25-year-old Manatee County man who has already piled up 10 felony convictions in his life is facing multiple new felonies after terrorizing at least two people with a firearm on the afternoon of March 2. According to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office, Kyle Cartwright was at the Fountain Lake Apartments in the 5500 block…
A 72-year-old’s sexual deviance came back to haunt him on Jan. 18 when he was placed in handcuffs in relation to a 9-year-old sexual assault case involving a 7-year-old child. According to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office, Henry Soria raped the young girl and threatened that it would get “even worse,” if she was to…
Two Bradenton brothers are being charged with armed robbery after surprising the victim with a knife while he was doing laundry, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.
