On the evening of November 4, 2023, at approximately 10:24 p.m., Swatara Township police responded to reports of a shooting at an apartment complex in the 300 block of North Harrisburg Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered 39-year-old Josue "Rocky" Saez Jr. deceased with multiple gunshot wounds to his torso. Another male victim was found with non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Saez, a respected sergeant at the State Correctional Institution in Camp Hill, was known for his dedication to his work and his vibrant personality. He had a passion for health and fitness, enjoyed traveling, and cherished spending time with his family, especially his grandmother. His untimely death has left a profound impact on his community and colleagues.
During the investigation, 26-year-old Francisco Hernandez-Hernandez, a neighbor residing in the same apartment complex, approached officers claiming he had been shot in the shoulder during an altercation with Saez. After receiving medical treatment, Hernandez-Hernandez was arrested and charged with murder, attempted murder, recklessly endangering another person, and possession of a firearm as an illegal alien. He was denied bail and is currently awaiting his preliminary hearing.
Authorities have also identified another individual, Felix Hernandez-Hernandez, as a person of interest in connection with this case. Efforts to locate him are ongoing, and anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is urged to contact the Swatara Township Police Department.
The investigation into the circumstances leading up to the shooting is active and ongoing. Preliminary reports suggest that the incident may have stemmed from a dispute between neighbors, but further details have not been disclosed. The community remains in mourning as they await justice for Saez, whose life was tragically cut short.
