41-Year‑Old Man Found Dead Inside SUV at South Skyway Fishing Pier; Investigation Underway

On Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at approximately 4:20 a.m., Florida Highway Patrol troopers responded to a call at the South Sunshine Skyway Bridge Fishing Pier in Manatee County. Upon arrival, they discovered a man, age 41, deceased inside a parked Chevrolet SUV. The man was the sole occupant of the vehicle, and no other injuries were reported.

The South Fishing Pier has been closed while authorities conduct their investigation, and the circumstances surrounding the man’s death remain under active investigation. As of now, no additional details—including the cause of death or the man’s identity—have been released by officials.

Authorities continue to urge anyone with information to come forward as the Florida Highway Patrol leads the ongoing investigation.