Ricardo Hernandez, a 38-year-old Hispanic man, was killed on February 2, 2016, in Dade City, Florida, during a triple shooting in the 37000 block of Withlacoochee Avenue. Pasco County sheriff’s deputies learned that three Hispanic men arrived at a local hospital with gunshot wounds; Hernandez later died, one man was critically injured and a third suffered less severe wounds. The shooting location is reported as 37143 Withlacoochee Avenue.

Preliminary investigators suggested the attack might have been gang- or drug-related, but no suspects were immediately identified and authorities were working to determine a motive. The case remained open as officials continued to gather evidence and follow leads.

If anyone knew Ricardo, saw activity around Withlacoochee Avenue that night, or has information that could help, contact the investigators.