Detectives Seek 27‑Year‑Old Mother and Endangered 2‑Year‑Old After High‑Speed Flight from Walmart in Bradenton

Detectives from the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office are actively searching for 27‑year‑old Courtney Faith Stanley, who fled from deputies during a theft investigation at the Walmart located at 6225 State Road 64 East in Bradenton on August 5, 2025. During the incident, Stanley’s 2‑year‑old daughter, Amara, was unrestrained in the vehicle as her mother sped away, striking a deputy in the process. As a result of these events, authorities believe the child is in danger. Anyone with information regarding their whereabouts is asked to contact the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office at (941) 747‑3011. This investigation remains ongoing.