Manager of Bradenton Walmart shot in attempted robbery at store, sheriff’s office says

Someone shot a Walmart manager in the leg during an attempted robbery on Tuesday night, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.

At about 9:40 p.m., a man tried to rob the Walmart at 6225 State Road 64 E. in Bradenton, where he encountered a store manager, Lt. Sean Felton said.

“The manager ended up going to the customer service area, where he was speaking with the suspect and refused to give him money,” he said. “Ultimately, as he was chasing the suspect out of the store, the suspect turned and shot him.”

The manager was in stable condition at a local hospital, Felton continued.

Deputies continued to look for the suspect on Tuesday night.

This story was originally published September 22, 2020 at 11:17 PM.