WPCNR POLICE GAZETTE. From The Associated Press. February 9, 2006: The Associated Press reported last night that Eric Hernandez, 24, a White Plains resident and New York City Police Officer, died yesterday of gunshot wounds suffered January 28 when he was shot  by a fellow officer.  

The officer who shot Hernandez, according to police reports, was responding to a fight scene in which Hernandez (in street clothes and off-duty) was being beaten by six persons. In dazed condition,  Hernandez had drawn his gun on his alleged attackers.  Hernandez reportedly  did not drop his weapon when ordered to do so by the responding officer, who did not know Hernandez was a fellow officer. The responding officer shot Hernandez three times. Hernandez died at St. Barnabas Hospital yesterday. Hernandez attackers have been brought up on charges for the beating incident.

New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg is quoted in press reports, as saying, "Today, New York City mourns the death of Police Officer Eric Hernandez. Officer Hernandez was a young and vibrant police officer dedicated to serving the people of New York City. His death weighs heavily on our hearts and minds. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hernandez family and also with his colleagues and friends during this difficult and tragic time."