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Man shot, killed outside Bradenton home

Police said the victim was a man in his 50s but did not release his identity.

BRADENTON, Fla. — A man was shot and killed Sunday evening outside a home in Bradenton, authorities say.

At around 7 p.m., officers arrived in the area of 17th Street Court East after receiving reports of a shooting, the Bradenton Police Department said in a news release.

Police said they found a man in his 50s shot in front of the home and began life-saving measures. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Authorities have not yet identified the person who was killed. They also have not said if anyone else was injured or if the accused shooter has been arrested.

"The investigation is in the early stages," the police department said in a statement.

The Bradenton Police Department is asking witnesses to report any information on the shooting to Detective Any Perez at andres.perez@bradentonpd.com or (941) 932-9300. 

To remain anonymous and eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-866-634-8477.

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