Detectives from the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a double murder at an RV park in Bradenton. A suspect, Thomas Matejcek, was apprehended, and charges are pending. The motive is being investigated, and the incident is deemed isolated. The victims’ names are not disclosed. IONTB reported
Manatee County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Double Homicide at Arbor Terrace RV Park
Manatee County Sheriff’s Office detectives are currently conducting an investigation into a tragic double homicide that occurred at the Arbor Terrace RV Park, located in the 200 block of 55th Avenue Terrace West, Bradenton.
Disturbance Reported, Resulting in Disturbing Discovery
At approximately 12:06 PM on Friday, November 20, 2023, the Sheriff’s Office received a distress call regarding a disturbance at a mobile home, accompanied by the desperate cries of a woman in need of assistance. Promptly responding to the scene, deputies made a chilling discovery upon entering the residence. The lifeless bodies of a male and a female were found lying on the floor. As the first deputy arrived, he witnessed a man fleeing from the scene. Within moments, multiple units from the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office were mobilized to join in the search, eventually locating and apprehending the suspect on 14th Street West. The arrested individual has been identified as Thomas Matejcek, a 36-year-old male who is now in custody, awaiting formal charges.
Sheriff Wells Commends Swift Response by Deputies
Sheriff Rick Wells expressed his admiration for the rapid and efficient actions of the deputies involved in the case. He stated, “I commend the numerous deputies who promptly converged on the area and swiftly apprehended Matejcek for perpetrating this senseless crime.”
Motive Remains Unknown
The investigation is currently focused on determining the motive behind this appalling incident. Presently, no additional information regarding the relationship or prior interactions between the suspect and the victims has been released. Detectives emphasize that this tragedy appears to be an isolated occurrence and not a random act of violence. Due to Marsy’s Law, the names of the victims are being withheld. The investigation remains ongoing.
Booking Photo of Matejcek Pending Release
As of now, the booking photo of Thomas Matejcek is not yet available for public viewing.
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