Bradenton Beach Police Department

06/05/2026

** UPDATE: All lanes are open. The juvenile was riding an e-bike and collided with a vehicle. The child was alert and transported to a hospital as a precaution. **
⚠️ TRAFFIC ALERT- 12 p.m. ⚠️ BPD is investigating a crash with injuries involving a juvenile on a bicycle on the Palma Sola Causeway, west of Robinson Preserve. Please anticipate delays in both directions, or use Cortez Road to access Anna Maria Island.

06/04/2026

06/03/2026

Last night, our Ofc. Tom Ferrara spotted a disoriented nesting female sea turtle headed towards Gulf Drive. He called Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch & Shorebird Monitoring, AMITW and together, she was turned around and made it safely back to her home in the Gulf.

If you see a sea turtle in trouble, call AMITW at 941-301-8434 or FWC at 888-404-3922.

This photo was taken without a flash as the turtle was headed back to the water after nesting. If you encounter a sea turtle on the beach, please remember that any light source can cause disorientation, so only use the light of the moon and stars to enjoy watching her in action.

Thanks Officer Tom for doing your best to protect both wildlife and people in Bradenton Beach!

05/29/2026

Happy Friday! The Dr. Dave Band recently showed some love to our officers 💙🎸🚔

05/29/2026

Have you taken the ferry yet?

Local leaders say ridership is surging.

05/28/2026

UPDATE: South end of Coquina is reopened 🏝️

⚠️ Due to heavy rain overnight, the south end of Coquina Beach closed until conditions improve.

Other parking lots and areas throughout Coquina Beach are open and accessible at this time. Please use caution when visiting the area and follow any posted signage or directions from staff.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as crews monitor conditions.

05/27/2026

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05/25/2026

Traffic crash at Kingfish

There is a traffic crash at Kingfish Boat Ramp that is blocking both lanes. Please use the Cortez Bridge to access and leave Anna Maria Island until the road can be cleared.

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day!!!

05/22/2026

Sea Turtle and Shorebird safety tips for the busy weekend-

While you’re enjoying the long weekend, here are a few easy ways to help protect turtles, shorebirds, and other wildlife:

🦩Give shorebirds space as you walk the beach
Respect posted shorebird closures and avoid flying kites or drones, and keep pets nearby.
🐢 Fill in holes and knock down sandcastles before you leave—sea turtles can get trapped.
🗑 Pick up all trash, fishing line, and food scraps so you don't attract predators.
Do not use fireworks on the beach
🚤 Use slow speeds and polarized sunglasses to keep an eye out for wildlife when you are on the water.
🌙 Keep beach-facing lights off and do not use flashlights or cell phone lights on the beach.

Share the beach and leave only footprints. 🌊☀️
Happy Memorial Weekend!

𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐞𝐞 a 𝐬𝐞𝐚 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐭l𝐞 in trouble 𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐌𝐈 𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝟐𝟒/𝟕 𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝟗𝟒𝟏-𝟑𝟎𝟏-𝟖𝟒𝟑𝟒 or FWC at 888-404-FWCC (3922).