Man calls 911, confesses to shooting girlfriend

August 28, 2023 

Case #: 2023-007434 

Bradenton Police detectives are investigating a homicide at approximately 5 p.m. on Sunday, August 27, 2023, in the 4000 block of Carlton Inlet Dr.   

Nicholas Shermer, 27, of Bradenton, called 911 and stated he shot his girlfriend, Amanda Shoaf, 27, following an argument in the couple’s shared apartment. Shermer, who remained in the apartment, exited at the command of the responding officers, unarmed. He was taken into custody without incident. Officers located Shoaf in the bedroom, deceased.  

Shermer has been charged with second-degree murder. The investigation is ongoing, and no additional details are available. 

Anyone with information on this case can contact the Bradenton Police Department at 941-932-9300. To remain anonymous and eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000, call Crime Stoppers (toll-free) at 1-866-634-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at manateecrimestoppers.com. 

Nicholas Shermer, 27