Bradenton Man Identified as Suspect in Cannabis Dispensary Robbery and Deputy-Involved Shooting

BRADENTON, Florida — A local Bradenton resident accused of committing a robbery at a cannabis dispensary has been identified following a high-stakes, deputy-involved shooting incident in Manatee County. The confrontation took place in September 2025, drawing a massive response from regional law enforcement agencies.

According to details released by investigators, the incident began when the suspect allegedly targeted a local cannabis dispensary in a robbery. As deputies from the Sheriff's Office tracked down and attempted to apprehend the individual, the situation escalated into a violent encounter, leading to a deputy-involved shooting. The suspect was subsequently taken into custody.

Multi-agency review procedures are underway to investigate the use of force, which is standard protocol for deputy-involved shootings. Detectives are continuing to process evidence from the robbery scene and the location of the shooting to finalize the charges against the suspect.