OUR MISSION
The Twelfth Judicial Circuit Office of the State Attorney is committed to ensuring that our community is protected by pursuing vigorous and fair prosecution of criminal offenders, by seeking justice, safeguarding the innocent and advocating for the rights of all victims. We will seek truth and justice in a professional manner, while maintaining the highest ethical standards.

Latest News

PRESS RELEASE: Albert Wilcox
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today that Albert Wilcox was convicted after jury trial of Murder In The Second Degree With A Firearm. The crime was committed on 02/26/2022 and investigated by the Bradenton Police Department and the Manatee County Sheriff’S Office. The trial was held at the Manatee County

PRESS RELEASE: Carlos Herrera/Akeleis Dumbar
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today that defendants, Carlos Herrera and Akeleis Dumbar, were sentenced on January 31, 2025, to life in prison after being convicted by a jury for Attempted 1st Degree Murder with a Firearm; Discharging a Firearm from a Vehicle within 1,000 feet of a Person; Shooting

PRESS RELEASE: Luke Politi
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced on 01/24/25 that Luke Terrence Politi was convicted after entering an open plea to the Court for the charges of Vehicular Homicide; Reckless Driving – Causing Serious Bodily Injury; and Reckless Driving – Causing Damage to Persons or Property. The crimes were committed on 12/04/2020