Homicide — Sarasota, FL — reported 2026-07-08

SUMMARY

A 17-year-old male was arrested for a homicide that occurred on July 7, 2026, in the City of Sarasota.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: Homicide
  • Location: Sarasota, FL
  • Date reported: 2026-07-08
  • Suspect: male, age 17
  • Victim(s): 1 (18-year-old man)
  • Status: arrest/charge

REPORTED DETAILS

  • The victim died from a gunshot wound.
  • The shooting occurred near Central Avenue and 15th Street on July 7, 2026.
  • The suspect was arrested in Manatee County for the homicide that happened in Sarasota.
  • The suspect is facing a felony charge of second-degree murder.
  • The case remains under investigation.