Crime & Safety

Man Killed Jumping from Sunshine Skyway Bridge: Report

Body reportedly located after reports of a jumper during the Monday morning commute.

BRADENTON, FL — A man has died after jumping from the Sunshine Skyway Bridge on Monday morning, according to a Bradenton Herald report.

Law enforcement located the man's body after reports at 8:19 a.m. of a person jumping from the bridge near the peak.

Hillsborough deputies are reportedly conducting the death investigation.

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Photo courtesy of the Florida Highway Patrol

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