Bradenton shooting reports: Homicide on 4th Avenue Circle; potential suspect in police custody

Bradenton police are probing a homicide on 4th Avenue Circle East after a possible shooting on the 5200 block. A suspect is in custody; no active threat.

Updated on: Jan 16, 2026, 24:28:02 IST

By Shamik Banerjee

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The police in Bradenton, in Florida's Manatee County confirmed that they are investigating a homicide on 4th Avenue Circle East on Thursday afternoon.

A person appears to have been shot on the 5200 Block, the police said. A potential suspect is also in custody, and it is not an active shooter situation.

"This is a developing situation. More information will be released when shortly," the Bradenton Police wrote on X.

A massive police presence was reported off Highway 64 close to the Walmart, locals said.

This is a breaking news.

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Shamik Banerjee
Shamik is a journalist covering the United States for Hindustan Times. He has more than four years of experience reporting on US politics, sports, and major breaking stories across fast-moving cycles. He previously worked at Times Now and Sportskeeda, building strong newsroom instincts and digital storytelling skills. At HT.com, he focuses on day-to-day coverage of US political developments while also handling high-impact stories that demand speed, accuracy, clarity, and context under pressure. Shamik has extensive experience covering NFL game days over the past two years, coordinating live updates, analysis, and explainers. He is particularly drawn to large news moments such as US elections and the Super Bowl, where he thrives at the news desk working alongside the team. He holds degrees in Media Studies from Jamia Millia Islamia and English Literature from Jadavpur University. Before entering journalism, he briefly worked in digital marketing and political consultancy roles. Currently a Senior Content Producer at HT Digital, he is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a constant desire to explore new and obscure topics. Outside work, he enjoys reading, films, sports, and learning continuously.Read More

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