DADE CITY, Fla. — Authorities have made an arrest in connection with a deadly triple shooting that occurred Sunday evening in the Blanton Road area of Dade City. Miguel Angel Hernandez 33, was taken into custody and charged with premeditated murder. Additional details, including his booking photo, have not yet been released.
The Pasco Sheriff’s Office reports that the shooting occurred around 9:30 p.m., when Hernandez allegedly opened fire on three adult men. Two of the victims died from their injuries, while a third was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Preliminary information indicates that the suspect and victims were involved in an earlier argument that escalated into violence. Investigators continue to gather evidence and piece together the events leading up to the shooting.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the Pasco Sheriff’s Office. The investigation remains active, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
This arrest marks a significant step in the ongoing investigation and brings law enforcement closer to providing answers for the victims’ families and the community.