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Dominick Demetry Hernandez

Death by Force
Case Description
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In the late afternoon of November 5, 2023, a violent encounter on a Washington state highway tragically cut short the life of 18-year-old Dominick Demetry Hernandez, a Hispanic/Latino male from Moses Lake. What began as a drive north on State Route 17 ended in a hail of bullets that would leave one young man dead and another seriously injured. The incident unfolded when a black Dodge Charger pulled alongside the red Ford Focus Hernandez was driving.

Gunshots shattered the quiet of the dri ...Read More
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  • Source ONE News: Bail hiked to $500K for suspect in Moses Lake drive-by shooting after victim's death; assault charge upgraded to murder
  • Source ONE News: Details emerge on alleged shooter and victims in Moses Lake drive-by crash; one critical
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    Victim Details

    Dominick Demetry Hernandez

    Male

    Hispanic / Latino

    Moses Lake

    WA

    2023-11-05

    18

    Dominick

    Demetry Hernandez

    11/09/2025

    Forum Posts (2)
    Does anyone have more insights into the vigil held for Dominick Hernandez? I heard the community rea... ...Read More
    08/19/2024
    I've been reflecting on the impact Dominick Hernandez's death has had on the Moses Lake community. I... ...Read More
    03/02/2024
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