New York State Police are looking for a fugitive in the Somers shooting

SOMERS, NEW YORK — New York State Police are actively searching for a suspect in a shooting late Monday night in Somers that left one person dead and two others hospitalized. Authorities have identified the suspect as 40-year-old Fernando Jimenez, who is believed to be armed and dangerous.

The incident occurred at approximately 11:35 p.m. on October 28. Police confirmed that Jimenez was known to the victims, but did not release additional details about a motive. Jimenez was last seen in the Peekskill Hollow Road area of nearby Putnam Valley, so residents are urged to stay away from him.

Jimenez is described as 5 feet 10 inches tall, 170 pounds, and was last seen wearing black sweatpants and a gray hoodie. A heavy police presence remains in the vicinity of Peekskill Hollow Road, and authorities are advising the public to avoid the area.

Anyone with information on Jimenez’s whereabouts is asked to call 911 immediately and not leave tips on social media. Further updates will be provided as they become available.