New details emerge in Bradenton homicide

The Bradenton Police Department continues to investigate a homicide the occurred Sunday night...
The Bradenton Police Department continues to investigate a homicide the occurred Sunday night in the 700 block of 17th Street Court East.(WWSB-TV)
Published: Mar. 20, 2023 at 11:01 AM EDT|Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 8:22 AM EDT
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UPDATED to add name of victim, person of interest.

BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - Bradenton Police are investigating a homicide that occurred Sunday night.

At about 7 p.m., officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 700 block of 17th Street Court East. When they arrived, they found Dwight Sutton, 56, with at least one gunshot wound in front of a home. Life-saving measures were performed by officers and EMS personnel, but Suton died at the scene.

Detectives are attempting to locate Michael Alonzo Phillips in connection with the shooting. Police said Phillips is not considered a suspect.

Anyone with information about this case, or the whereabouts of Phillips, is asked to contact Det. Andy Perez at andres.perez@bradentonpd.com or 941-932-9322. You can also call the Bradenton PD at 941-932-9300.

To remain anonymous and eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000, call Crime Stoppers (toll-free) at 1-866-634-8477 (TIPS) or send an anonymous E-Tip through manateecrimestoppers.com.

Detectives are attempting to locate Michael Alonzo Phillips regarding a shooting death....
Detectives are attempting to locate Michael Alonzo Phillips regarding a shooting death. Phillips is not considered a suspect, police say.(Bradenton Police Department)