Fatal crash closes part of US 301 in Manatee County

BRADENTON, FL. – The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash blocking the southbound side of US 301 in Manatee County.

The crash occurred early Friday morning near the intersection of 44th Avenue East, south of Bradenton.

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash blocking the southbound side of U.S. 301 in Manatee County.

FHP did not release further details of the crash.

Southbound 301 is closed from 44th Avenue East to 51st Avenue East.

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash blocking the southbound side of U.S. 301 in Manatee County.

This is a developing story. Check for updates.

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