'Armed' New York man accused of killing Hudson Valley child found

An “armed” and dangerous Hudson Valley man who allegedly killed a child has been found after a manhunt that led to schools being closed.

We have received additional information regarding a homicide and arrest in Westchester County in Putnam County.

1 person dead, two others injured in Westchester County, New York

On Monday around 11:40 p.m. three people were shot, including two children.

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Authorities say 40-year-old Fernando Jimenez shot three people at Crossroads in the Baldwin Place apartment complex in Somers late Monday night.

A Hudson Valley student was killed and two others, the student's sibling and mother, are reported to be in critical condition.

Jimenez was a romantic partner of the boys' mother and had permission to be in the apartment, according to police.

Last seen in the area of ​​Peekskill Hollow Road in Putnam Valley, Putnam County, New York

Police warned that Jimenez was “armed” when he traveled to Putnam County. He was last known to be in the area of ​​Peekskill Hollow Road in Putnam Valley.

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New York State Police are urging everyone to “avoid this area.” The violence led to the closure of schools in Putnam Valley as police searched for Jimenez and some residents were ordered to shelter in place.

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Police confirmed on Tuesday afternoon that Jimenez had been found.

Jimenez was charged with second-degree murder, two counts of attempted second-degree murder and second-degree criminal possession of a weapon, all felonies.

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Jimenez was booked into the Westchester County Jail without bail. His next court appearance is scheduled for November 4, 2024 at 5:30 p.m

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