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Death probe leads to closure of South Fishing Pier at Sunshine Skyway Bridge

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  • Incident Time: 4:20 a.m. on Tuesday
  • Location: South Fishing Pier of the Skyway Bridge
  • Victim: 41-year-old man found dead in parked Chevrolet SUV
  • Status: Investigation ongoing; pier closed
  • Other Injuries: None reported

The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) reported that Troopers responded to an incident at the South Fishing Pier of the Skyway Bridge around 4:20 a.m. on Tuesday. Upon arrival, they discovered a 41-year-old man deceased in a parked Chevrolet SUV.

Body recovered near Anna Maria Island believed to be missing swimmer

Currently, there have been no additional injuries reported in connection to this incident. Law enforcement officials indicated that the investigation is still active.

The FHP has confirmed that the fatality occurred at the South Sunshine Skyway Bridge Fishing Pier, which has been closed while officials conduct their investigation.

As of now, further details surrounding the circumstances of this tragic event have not been disclosed.



Article original publish date: 2025-09-02 11:23:00

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