Officer Dozier makes friends everywhere! He drove through a Mississippi Highway Patrol identification checkpoint while on vacation and, once completed, exchanged patches with the Trooper. A
#patchexchange
symbolizes camaraderie and unity between law enforcement officers.
If you are involved in a hit-and-run or a crash with injuries, or damage, or a commercial vehicle, law enforcement must submit a crash report. Stay at the scene, and call 911. Drivers in minor crashes may be able to self-report using the form available at
A reminder to not
#BlockTheBox
! The "box" is the space in an intersection bordered by crosswalks. If you enter a congested intersection, you "block the box." If you can't make it to the other side, or complete your turn, wait! A ticket for "blocking the box" is $166.
.
@BradentonGov
's new Public Safety Operations Center is officially open and ready to mobilize when needed! This centralized facility improves collaboration among emergency agencies, enabling faster, more efficient deployment of resources before, during, and after crises.
Officer Mendes responded to a request for police assistance regarding a turtle situation at a gas station. He was shell-shocked to discover it wasn't a vicious snapping turtle or a giant gopher tortoise. After a slow-speed chase, the turtle trespasser was taken into custody.🐢🚔
Happy
#LaborDay
! Today we celebrate the contributions, achievements, and sacrifices of working people. Our administrative offices, including our records and property/evidence departments, are CLOSED. Our patrol division and communications center are open. Call us if you need us!
Please designate a driver. This driver had been out drinking with friends but chose to drive himself home. He's had several previous DUI convictions & was arrested for felony DUI, punishable by up to 5 years in prison & a fine of up to $5K.
#DriveSober
#DriveSoberOrGetPulledOver
🐾
#NationalPoliceK9Day
, celebrated Sept. 1st, memorializes K9s who gave their lives in the line of duty and honors K9 officers who keep us safe. BPD K9 Riggs (EOW 8/2022) was added to the Regional Law Enforcement K9 Memorial in Temple Terrace earlier this year.💙
Detectives are investigating the shooting death of a teenager near the Palma Sola Causeway. A BPD officer located Martavious Carter, 16, deceased, just after 1 a.m. It's believed that Carter was picked up in Manatee Co. and driven to Causeway. MORE:
This
#LaborDay
weekend, make sure to be safe on the water. Wear a life jacket, stay sober, obey boating rules, check the forecast, and be mindful of others on the water. Let's make this Labor Day fun and safe for all!
#DriveSober
#BoatSober
#MarinePatrol
The Palma Sola Causeway is CLOSED while Bradenton Police Detectives and the Manatee Homicide Task Force investigate a suspicious death. BPD responded to the scene shortly after 1 a.m. and located a man, deceased. This is an active investigation.
🚨WANTED - ATTEMPT TO LOCATE: Laquinton Hart, 30, is wanted for conspiracy to possess fentanyl with intent to sell within 1000 feet of a church. Know where he is? Contact us! * You can remain anonymous! *
📞: 941-932-9300
📨: bpdtips
@bradentonpd
.com
💻:
We never know what someone else is going through. We extend our condolences to
@HCSOSheriff
and all who knew and loved Deputy White. If you are in a crisis please call and speak to someone. The National Suicide Hotline number is 988, and it is available 24/7. You are not alone.
With heavy hearts, we share that one of our deputies took his life today. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is just a phone call away. Call the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay at 211.
Deputy Timothy White, 45, worked with the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office for 15