Monday, January 18, 2010

Officer Mary Hernandez Arrested for Assaulting Her Son

The police officer arrested Friday for assaulting her son was placed on paid administrative leave, the Santa Rosa police chief said.

Santa Rosa police officer Mary Hernandez will be placed on leave until the investigation into the case closes, Chief Xavier Martinez said.

He added it should conclude by midweek. Following its conclusion, Martinez will give his recommendation to the Santa Rosa city manager.

Once there, the city manager will decide whether Hernandez stays with the police department or not.

Action 4 News also spoke to Hernandez’ family, they said the Friday night incident did not happen the way police report it.

However, they refused to go into specifics, saying they were advised not to comment on the case.

San Benito Police responded to Hernandez’ home on the 1000 block of Chapman Street, at around 9:30 p.m. on Friday night.

Officers arrested Hernandez for allegedly punching her 15 year old son throughout his entire body.

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