Crime & Safety

Bradenton Man Found Deceased in Pool

Authorities are investigating the drowning of a 64-year-old man who died in the pool at Bayshore Gardens on Friday morning.

Authorities are investigating the death of an elderly man who was found floating in the pool of a recreational facility around 9 a.m. Friday.

The 64-year-old man was discovered floating face down in a pool at the Bayshore Garden’s Recreational Center, 6919 26th St. W., Bradenton, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.  It is believed that the cause of death was drowning after the victim suffered from a medical episode while swimming,  a report states.

Despite rescue efforts, the man was pronounced dead at the scene, the report states. 

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