NewsMySuncoast / WWSB (ABC Sarasota)September 6, 2026Sarasota County
Car Crashes into Cortez Village Plaza Building in Bradenton
A vehicle crashed into the Turning Tides building in the Cortez Village Plaza, causing damage to a nearby medical center. Emergency crews evacuated a neighboring restaurant as a precaution, and the driver was hospitalized with injuries that are not life-threatening.
Read the full story at MySuncoast / WWSB (ABC Sarasota)Why It Matters
Local residents should be aware of potential temporary closures or safety assessments at the Cortez Village Plaza following this accident.
Key Facts
- The crash damaged the Turning Tides building and the HCA Florida Blake Outpatient Center.
- The Sage Biscuit Company was evacuated as a safety precaution.
- A city building inspector is currently evaluating the structural integrity of the affected buildings.