Teen arrested in hit-and-run on Palma Sola Causeway

CASE UPDATE

August 9, 2023

Case #: 2023-006875

Bradenton Police detectives have arrested a 17-year-old in connection to a hit-and-run crash involving a pedestrian on the Palma Sola Causeway Tuesday evening. The teen was arrested for Attempted Murder, Hit-and-Run with Serious Bodily Injury, Reckless Driving with Serious Bodily Injury, and No Valid Driver’s License with Serious Bodily Injury.

Bradenton Police responded to the report of a hit-and-run in the 8400 block of Manatee Avenue W. shortly after 5 p.m. on Tuesday. During the investigation, detectives determined the suspect and victim, a 35-year-old man, got into a verbal argument. The suspect drove away, turned around, and intentionally hit the victim, before driving away again. The suspect then left the vehicle and ran away. He was located Tuesday night.

The victim suffered numerous injuries and is in critical but stable condition.

The case remains under investigation.

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 at 1-866-634-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip at manateecrimestoppers.com.

August 8, 2023

Case #: 2023-006875

The Bradenton Police Department is investigating a hit-and-run crash involving a pedestrian in the 8400 block of Manatee Avenue W. near Palma Sola Causeway Park.

The crash was reported shortly after 5 p.m. The driver of the vehicle fled on foot. The pedestrian suffered serious injuries and is receiving treatment. No further information about the pedestrian or the driver is immediately available.

The Causeway is open, but we ask drivers to avoid the area while an investigation is underway.

This investigation is in the very early stages. BPD will provide additional information as soon as possible.