Sgt. Lee Cosens passes away after battle with cancer

Apr 17

April 17, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bradenton Police Sergeant Lee Cosens following a hard-fought battle against cancer metastatic kidney cancer. Sgt. Cosens passed away, surrounded by family and friends, on Sunday, April 16, 2023, just one day shy of his 40th birthday.

Sgt. Cosens was a valued member of our Department for more than 10 years as a patrol officer and detective. He was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in 2021. Sgt. Cosens also served on several specialty units, including the Hostage Negotiation Team, the State Emergency Response Team, and the Marine Unit.

He was also a U.S. Army Veteran, with the 293rd Military Police Company. He served from 2007-2012, including a tour in Kandahar, Afghanistan from 2009-2010.

Sgt. Cosens was a devoted husband and father. He leaves behind his wife, Amy, and two beautiful little girls, aged six and seven.

Please keep his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers.