Bicyclist dies after being hit on Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton police say
All lanes of traffic have reopened on Manatee Avenue West after a vehicle hit and killed a bicyclist Friday afternoon.
The Bradenton Police Department said in a news release that eastbound traffic had been blocked completely before being reduced to single-lane closures in both directions near 55th Street West.
As of Friday evening, police were still working to confirm the victim’s name and age.
Street cameras captured the traffic backup along Manatee Avenue West. Police advised drivers to avoid the area while the lane closures remain in place.
The driver remained at the scene of the crash and is cooperating with police, according to a police spokesperson.
Anyone with information regarding the crash is asked to contact Officer Ian Emrich at (941) 875-2756 or emailing BPDTips@BradentonPD.com. Tipsters may remain anonymous and become eligible for a reward of up to $3,000 by calling 1-866-634-8477 or submitting a tip online at www.ManateeCrimeStoppers.com.
Bradenton Herald reporter Jessica De Leon contributed to this report.
This story was originally published January 7, 2022 at 5:10 PM.
