Bradenton man accused of recording friends and family members, including kids, using the bathroom

Bradenton man accused of recording friends and family members, including kids, using the bathroom

Thomas Cauley Jr. is believed to have used a portable streaming hidden camera to record people.

BRADENTON, Fla. — A 37-year-old Bradenton man was arrested Thursday after allegedly capturing inappropriate pictures and videos of family members and friends at multiple locations, including his home’s bathroom.

Thomas Cauley Jr. is believed to have used a portable streaming hidden camera to record people, including juveniles, in the bathrooms of several locations including the homes of family and friends and while vacationing, Bradenton police explained in a statement. 

Police began investigating Cauley on Sept. 22 after a relative reported locating the content in a Dropbox on an electronic device.

A search warrant was executed at Cauley’s home on Thursday. Detectives seized electronic equipment that will be forensically analyzed to determine if there are additional victims in this case.

Cauley was charged with video voyeurism.  

Anyone with information on this case is asked to contact the Bradenton Police Department at 941-932-9300. To remain anonymous and eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-866-634-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip at manateecrimestoppers.com.

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High school football: Bradenton Christian hosts Oasis

High school football: Bradenton Christian hosts Oasis

Bradenton Christian's wide receiver Jaden Baker (#5) catches pass and takes it all the way down for a touchdown. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Bradenton Christian’s wide receiver Jaden Baker (#5) catches pass and takes it all the way down for a touchdown. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Bradenton Christian wins the coin toss. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Bradenton Christian wins the coin toss. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Oasis's Colin Anderson (5) gets a big run and then fumbles the ball for a Bradenton Christian turnover. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Oasis’s Colin Anderson (5) gets a big run and then fumbles the ball for a Bradenton Christian turnover. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Referees always take notes. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Referees always take notes. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Bradenton Christian's wide receiver Jaden Baker (#5) takes it all the way down for a touchdown. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Bradenton Christian’s wide receiver Jaden Baker (#5) takes it all the way down for a touchdown. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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A near full Harvest Moon looms over the stadium. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

A near full Harvest Moon looms over the stadium. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Oasis's quarterback Parker Smith (#4) almost blocked pass by Bradenton Christian's tight end Landon Dempsey. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Oasis’s quarterback Parker Smith (#4) almost blocked pass by Bradenton Christian’s tight end Landon Dempsey. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Bradenton Christian's wide receiver Jaden Baker (#5) celebrates his touchdown with teammate Carson Fisher (#13). Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Bradenton Christian’s wide receiver Jaden Baker (#5) celebrates his touchdown with teammate Carson Fisher (#13). Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Panthers fans are all about team spirit. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Panthers fans are all about team spirit. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Bradenton Christian recovers a Oasis fumble. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Bradenton Christian recovers a Oasis fumble. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Oasis's quarterback Parker Smith's (#4) pass is blocked by Bradenton Christian's tight end Landon Dempsey. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Oasis’s quarterback Parker Smith’s (#4) pass is blocked by Bradenton Christian’s tight end Landon Dempsey. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Bradenton Christian's wide receiver Candler Johnson (#30) is forced out of bounds. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Bradenton Christian’s wide receiver Candler Johnson (#30) is forced out of bounds. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Freshman and vice president founder of the BCS Spirit Club Brydon Cox, 15, along with senior Adisyn Walinga, 17, support their team. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Freshman and vice president founder of the BCS Spirit Club Brydon Cox, 15, along with senior Adisyn Walinga, 17, support their team. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Bradenton Christian's linebacker, Trey Duque (#82) was tough to bring down. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Bradenton Christian’s linebacker, Trey Duque (#82) was tough to bring down. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Oasis's Fred Harley (#32) is tackled by Bradenton Christian's Jonah Schmidt (#50). Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Oasis’s Fred Harley (#32) is tackled by Bradenton Christian’s Jonah Schmidt (#50). Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Bradenton Christian's wide receiver Candler Johnson (#30) on the lose. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Bradenton Christian’s wide receiver Candler Johnson (#30) on the lose. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Oasis's Gavin Wittmer (#2) fields a punt. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Oasis’s Gavin Wittmer (#2) fields a punt. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Bradenton Christian's wide receiver Ty Townsend (#20) picks up a first down. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Bradenton Christian’s wide receiver Ty Townsend (#20) picks up a first down. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Oasis's Gavin Wittmer (#2) fields a punt return. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Oasis’s Gavin Wittmer (#2) fields a punt return. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Oasis Sharks head coach Jason Grain upset with some of the penalty calls on their team. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Oasis Sharks head coach Jason Grain upset with some of the penalty calls on their team. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Bradenton Christian's Micah Campbell (#32) on the run. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Bradenton Christian’s Micah Campbell (#32) on the run. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Oasis's running back Gavin Wittmer (#2) around the end. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Oasis’s running back Gavin Wittmer (#2) around the end. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Oasis's running back Gavin Wittmer (#2) is tackled by Bradenton Christian's Judah Galessiere (#18). Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Oasis’s running back Gavin Wittmer (#2) is tackled by Bradenton Christian’s Judah Galessiere (#18). Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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It was tough to stop Bradenton Christian's running back Colton Dempsey (#2). Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

It was tough to stop Bradenton Christian’s running back Colton Dempsey (#2). Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Bradenton Christian's Jaden Baker (#5) couldn't hang on to the ball for a possible interception. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Bradenton Christian’s Jaden Baker (#5) couldn’t hang on to the ball for a possible interception. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Oasis's running back Gavin Wittmer (#2) gets some open field. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Oasis’s running back Gavin Wittmer (#2) gets some open field. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Bradenton Christian's Jaden Baker (#5) reaction after dropping the ball for a possible interception. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Bradenton Christian’s Jaden Baker (#5) reaction after dropping the ball for a possible interception. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Bradenton Christian's Jaden Baker (#5) is tackled after getting a few yards. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Bradenton Christian’s Jaden Baker (#5) is tackled after getting a few yards. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Oasis's quarterback Parker Smith (#4) back to pass. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

Oasis’s quarterback Parker Smith (#4) back to pass. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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A beautiful backdrop sunset over the Brighton Christian field. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian's Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

A beautiful backdrop sunset over the Brighton Christian field. Bradenton Christian Panthers with a 29-7 win over the Oasis Sharks in a Sunshine State Athletic Association South Division contest on Thursday night, Sept. 29, 2023, at Bradenton Christian’s Daniel Peyton McClure Stadium at Dan van der Kooy Field.

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Bradenton Christian (Florida) powers past Oasis in rout

Bradenton Christian (Florida) powers past Oasis in rout

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BRADENTON, FLORIDA- For first-year head coach Nate Strawderman, he entered the 2023 season as one of the youngest lead men on the South Suncoast. On Thursday night at Don Van Ker Kooy Field, the youthful coach led the Panthers just another step in the right direction in Year 1 at the helm. Behind a 170-yard, two-touchdown effort from quarterback Caden…

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Top 6 concerts this week in Sarasota, Bradenton

Top 6 concerts this week in Sarasota, Bradenton

October starts this Sunday, bringing with it a fresh lineup of local events, including plenty of touring out-of-town performers. However, this week’s concert picks highlight some of the many talented musicians from our own state, with all of the performers either current or former Floridians.

Former residents set to make their return this weekend include a rising star in the blues music world, and a Sarasota-raised guitarist and singer-songwriter who is also a former member of a famed, Tampa-founded Southern rock group. And as we enter October, a monthly concert series with up-and-coming artists will return with a lineup featuring musicians from throughout Florida. Here are this week’s highlights. Event details are subject to change.

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Champ Jaxon

Champ Jaxon.

Punta Gorda 13-year-old blues-rock guitar prodigy Champ Jaxon will head our way to play Sarasota brewery and venue Big Top Brewing Company. Jaxon appeared on “Ellen” in 2021, jamming with and receiving a guitar from guest host, country star Brad Paisley, as well as performing the original track “Born in the Grove” from his album “The Grove.” He also made an appearance playing a guitar prodigy on NBC’s drama “Ordinary Joe,” which featured a cast including Booker High School graduate Charlie Barnett. 7 p.m. Friday; Big Top Brewing Company, 975 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota; free general admission, $15-$25 VIP; 941-371-2939; bigtopbrewing.com

Jose Ramirez Band

Jose Ramirez.

Blues guitarist and singer-songwriter Jose Ramirez will return to Sarasota’s Westcoast Black Theater Troupe for a concert this weekend. Initially starting out performing in his native Costa Rica, Ramirez relocated to the U.S. and had a stint playing in then-Bradenton-based blues musician Lauren Mitchell’s band before releasing his 2020 debut solo album “Here I Come,” nominated for a Best Emerging Artist Album Blues Music Award, followed by last year’s “Major League Blues” on esteemed Chicago blues/jazz label Delmark Records. Ramirez recently suggested on social media that his current U.S. tour dates will be his last and he plans to move to Europe, so if you haven’t seen him yet and have been meaning to, don’t miss this show. 7:30 p.m. Saturday; Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, 1012 N. Orange Ave., Sarasota; $30, $15 students/active military; 941-366-1505; westcoastblacktheatre.org

Chris Anderson and Rattlebone

Chris Anderson.

Sarasota-raised singer-songwriter and guitarist Chris Anderson, now based in Nashville, will return to his old home to perform at Big Top with his current project Rattlebone. Anderson formerly played in the Tampa-formed Southern rock group the Outlaws, best known for their songs “Green Grass & High Tides” and “There Goes Another Love Song.” He released the solo album “Old Friend” in 1995, with the title track co-written by Allman Brothers Band and Gov’t Mule guitarist Warren Haynes and later recorded by ABB as the final song on its final studio album, 2003’s “Hittin’ the Note.” 7 p.m. Saturday; Big Top Brewing Company, 975 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota; free general admission, $15 VIP seating; 941-371-2939; bigtopbrewing.com

Backtrack Blues Band

Backtrack Blues Band.

Bradenton restaurant and blues venue Cottonmouth’s live music lineup this weekend will include Backtrack Blues Band. The group was formed in St. Petersburg in 1980 and has grown to earn national attention, including from blues-rock favorite Mike Zito, whose Gulf Coast Records signed the band and released their latest album “A Day by the Bay” earlier this year. The album was recorded live during their performance at last year’s Tampa Bay Blues Festival in downtown St. Pete’s waterfront Vinoy Park, where they shared a bill with musicians including JJ Grey & Mofro, Jimmie Vaughan and Larkin Poe. 7 p.m. Saturday; Cottonmouth Southern Soul Kitchen, 1114 12th St. W., Bradenton; $7 advance, $12 day of; 941-243-3735; facebook.com/cottonmouthsoul

Rod MacDonald

Rod MacDonald.

Fogartyville, one of the top spots to see regional and national singer-songwriter acts locally, will welcome Florida-by-way-of-New York folk musician Rod MacDonald this weekend. MacDonald was part of the 1980s folk revival in New York City’s Greenwich Village, co-founding the Greenwich Village Folk Festival, before moving to Delray Beach in 1995, later writing the song “My Neighbors in Delray” about the 9/11 hijackers who lived in the same city. He is also lead singer in the band Big Brass Bed, which takes its name from the lyrics of the Bob Dylan song “Lay Lady Lay” and plays Dylan’s music. 7 p.m. doors, 8 p.m. show Saturday; Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Court, Sarasota; $20, $18 members, $10 students ages 13 and up; 941-894-6469; fogartyville.org

Ringling Underground

Noan Partly.

Ringling Underground, the monthly concert series held in The Ringling’s courtyard with up-and-coming artists and free admission for students, continues in October. Miami’s Plastic City Robot-A, which released the album “LLIY” earlier this year and blends genres including progressive rock, ambient and space rock, performs along with Noan Partly, a singer-songwriter, fingerstyle guitarist and Oklahoma native now living in the Tampa Bay area who describes her sound as “indie-folk with Midwest roots.” Englewood experimental duo Movie Props rounds out this month’s lineup. 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5; The Ringling, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota; $15, free students with ID and members; 941-359-5700; ringling.org

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Three things to know in Manatee: Rubonia disaster recovery, Bradenton Tennis Center rezone

Three things to know in Manatee: Rubonia disaster recovery, Bradenton Tennis Center rezone

The Manatee County administration building.

Recovery efforts in the Rubonia community continue nearly a month after storm surge from Hurrican Idalia flooded many homes during the storm.

Manatee County officials discussed response to the community during a land-use meeting on Thursday morning. The county commissioners also denied a controversial proposal to rezone the Bradenton Tennis Center, and rezoned various parcels of land for conservation.

Disaster recovery continues in Rubonia post-Idalia

Idalia's storm surge flooded homes in the low-lying Rubonia community, located in Manatee County next to Terra Ceia Bay.

Manatee County staff presented various updates stemming from the emergency response to Hurricane Idalia, which exposed concerns about storm surge in local low-lying communities like Rubonia.

Rubonia received some of the county’s most significant impact during Hurricane Idalia, with high storm surge flooding many homes in the community.

Public Safety Director Jodie Fiske said the county participated in a community meeting at the Rubonia Community Center with Federal Emergency Management Agency representatives to answer questions about the recovery process and available disaster assistance programs. The county and FEMA also approached individual property owners door-to-door to help residents apply for individual assistance.

FEMA has also established a mobile disaster recovery center at the Rubonia Community Center, and it will remain there for the next two weeks.

Bradenton Tennis Center property rezone denied

Manatee County commissioners denied a proposed rezone of the Bradenton Tennis Center.

Commissioners denied a controversial request to change the zoning of the 6.7-acre Bradenton Tennis Center property. The proposal was made by property owner Bayside Holdings LLC, which seeks the zoning change with intent of selling the site for redevelopment.

The proposal is vehemently opposed by many residents who live in the surrounding community, including many who said the new zoning would allow dense development of 16 units per acre that is incompatible with the area.

Properties to be zoned for conservation

County commissioners rezoned multiple public or nonprofit-owned properties totaling more than 23,000 acres for conservation. The sites had various zoning districts assigned to them, ranging from agricultural, residential or mining use zoning. It includes property at Terra Ceia Preserve State Park and Creekside RV Park.

The board also approved a zoning change for about 4,926 acres from conservation zoning to Recreation and Open Space use.

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Residents divided over potential Bradenton roundabout plan

Residents divided over potential Bradenton roundabout plan

BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) – Residents living in the neighborhoods of Country Club and Country Club East in Bradenton are divided over the county’s plans to build a roundabout at the intersection of Lorraine Road and Players Drive.

David Goldheim says he likes the idea of a roundabout, saying it will help create an even flow of traffic along a busy stretch of Lorraine Road.

“Squealing breaks coming to a stop, starting up again, noisy engines, exhaust pollution, all of which is creating a problem,” he says.

But Doug, who is a resident of Country Club East, disagrees, saying “It’s going to be backing up to Lorraine so badly.”

The concern over backups is not something everyone thinks has much merit though.

“I’ve lived here for nine years and I have never seen it. But I have heard they do happen from time to time,” says David Wiegand, who is another CCE resident.

He says the backups at the community’s gate are caused by broken down vehicles and trucks that are too tall trying to go under the overhang.

“These backups would occur whether there’s a roundabout in place or a traffic light in place,” says Wiegand.

The advocates for the roundabout say safety is the number one priority, and argue data shows roundabouts are a much safer option for intersections than lights and stop signs. Wiegand cited a study done by the “Transportation Research Board” that looked at 55 intersections that were converted into roundabouts. The results showed a yearly crash reduction of 35% following the conversion.

Manatee County staff says they anticipate commissioners will want to have additional discussions on this intersection during one of the upcoming meetings in October.

Source: mysuncoast.com

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Bradenton man accused of secretly recording children, others in bathrooms

Bradenton man accused of secretly recording children, others in bathrooms

BRADENTON, Fla. (WFLA) — A Bradenton man is accused of secretly recording inappropriate videos of multiple victims, including children, according to the Bradenton Police Department.

Thomas William Cauley, Jr., 37, of Bradenton, allegedly hid portable streaming cameras in bathrooms at several homes of people he knew and used them to record the victims, according to police.

A person reported content that was found in a Dropbox account on Sept. 22 to police, which prompted the investigation, according to the Bradenton Police Department.

Cauley’s home was searched on Thursday and detectives took electronics that will be used to see if there are any other victims.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Bradenton Police Department at 941-932-9300.

Source: wfla.com

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One-Of-A-Kind Bradenton Home With Horse Barn Sits On 20 Acres

One-Of-A-Kind Bradenton Home With Horse Barn Sits On 20 Acres

BRADENTON, FL — This one-of-a-kind gated home is fenced and sits on over 20 acres in Bradenton and includes two parcels.

  • Address: 530 RYE ROAD E, BRADENTON, FL
  • Price: $1,999,999
  • Square feet: 3,583
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Listed by: Keith Pavlick, Charles Rutenberg Realty Orlando Llc
  • Listing Description: Stone columns and lighted keypad entrance located in Rye Meadows.
  • Very private 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, office, loft with bonus room, coffered ceilings, 3-car garage, and large caged and heated pool with spa.
  • Roof is brand new and was replaced in 2022.
  • With 5 acres of Rye Road frontage, a private 1/3 of a mile gated driveway.
  • Hardy board mason siding on the house and barn. The barn has 7 horse stalls with a tack room, horse washing area and is well lighted.
  • The kitchen features island with Corian countertops, breakfast bar, solid wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, convection oven and warming drawer.
  • Pre-wired sound system throughout home including front and rear porch. Enjoy sunrises and sunsets from each porch.
  • Spacious master suite is located on the first floor with access to lanai, his-and-hers sinks, large walk-in shower and spa. Walk-in closet even has a window for natural light.
  • Two bedrooms are located on second floor Jack-and-Jill bathroom and double sinks.
  • There is also the loft and game room with wet bar on second floor.
  • Other special features include: high ceilings, crown molding, insulated windows, Hunter Douglass blinds, French doors, 10 paddle fans throughout home, security system and wood-burning fireplace plus more.
  • Extensive professional landscape with 52 mature magnolia trees.
  • 400-foot well for custom irrigation system with golf course spray heads in grass areas and micro irrigation for all plants/trees.
  • Rye Preserve Park is conveniently located 1/2 mile down the road on the right. The park includes 143 acres of horse riding and hiking. Truly must see to appreciate everything this home and the land have to offer.

For more information click here. See more photos of the listing below, courtesy of Charles Rutenberg Realty Orlando Llc.

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BPD: Bradenton man arrested for video voyeurism

BPD: Bradenton man arrested for video voyeurism

Photo Courtesy: Bradenton Police Department

Police say their investigation began on September 22nd after a relative located the content in a Dropbox. 

READ: BPD: 24-year-old arrested after victim’s mother catches him with 14-year-old daughter

READ: Owners of Bradenton cabinet business arrested, charged with scheming to defraud customers

Cauley has been charged with video voyeurism, police said.

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Bradenton man captured secret ‘inappropriate videos’ of friends and family, police say

Bradenton man captured secret ‘inappropriate videos’ of friends and family, police say

A 37-year-old Bradenton man was arrested Thursday on charges that he secretly captured inappropriate pictures and videos of family and friends, the Bradenton Police Department said in a news release.

Police say Thomas William Cauley used a portable, streaming hidden camera to record people, including minors, in the bathrooms of several locations, including the homes of family and friends.

Detectives began investigating Cauley on Sept. 22 after a relative reported finding the content in a Dropbox on an electronic device, the release said.

Cauley was charged with video voyeurism, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office website.

Video voyeurism is a third-degree felony punishable by up to five years in prison, five years of probation and a $5,000 fine, according to Florida Statutes. It could also result in sex offender registration.

Police say they obtained a search warrant and seized his electronic equipment so that it can be forensically analyzed to determine if there are additional victims.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to contact the Bradenton Police Department at 941-932-9300.

To remain anonymous and eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-866-634-8477 or submit a tip at manateecrimestoppers.com.

Source: news.yahoo.com

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