ID Released For Teen Shot, Killed In Broad Daylight At Hempstead McDonald's

The identity has been released of a teenager who was shot and killed in broad daylight at a Long Island McDonald's.

Hector Manuel Valencia Gomez
Photo Credit: *Suffolk County Police*

McDonald's at 340 Peninsula Boulevard in Hempstead.
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09/16/2022 3:40 p.m.

The incident around 3:50 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 14 in Hempstead.

That's when Hempstead Police Department officers responded to a call for multiple shots fired at the restaurant located at 340 Peninsula Blvd.

Upon arrival, officers found a 19-year-old man, now identified as Hector Manuel Valencia Gomez, of Hempstead, who was the victim of multiple gunshot wounds, Nassau County Police said.

As a result of his injuries, he was pronounced dead at the scene at 3:54 p.m., according to police.

The investigation is ongoing.

Earlier report: Suspect At Large After Teen Shot, Killed In Broad Daylight At Hempstead McDonald's

Detectives request anyone with information regarding this incident to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.

This continues to be a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

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