SUMTER COUNTY, Fla. — Sumter County Deputies have released new body camera footage that shows 16-year-old Alexander Hernandez being taken into custody after he stabbed another teen to death.
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Investigators said he also stabbed an adult who is still in the hospital.
This all happened late Saturday night on County Road 148.
So far, detectives do not have a motive but said Hernandez did know the victim.
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Neighbors were shocked and recalled hearing screams shortly after the stabbings happened.
“To have him caught was a blessing, so we are glad about that,” said Marcella Rizzuto.
“They started helicopters and everything and then I heard them scuffling in the woods. It was just unbelievable,” said Christina Atkinson.
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When deputies placed Hernandez in handcuffs, they found two large knives. He told investigators he ordered them Thursday and then walked nearly 6 miles to the victims’ home.
“One thing is for certain, this was a violent and premeditated attack,” said Undersheriff Pat Breeden.
Right now, Hernandez is facing multiple charges, including pre-mediated first-degree murder and aggravated assault. Detectives said more charges could be coming.
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