NEW BRITAIN, Conn. (AP) — Dennis Hernandez, the troubled brother of late New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez, pleaded guilty on August 1, 2023, to charges related to threatening a shooting at the University of Connecticut (UConn).
Hernandez, who has been dealing with legal and personal struggles in the wake of his brother’s criminal history and death, admitted to making the threat that led to a police investigation. Authorities said the threat was serious enough to cause alarm among university officials and law enforcement.
In court, Hernandez appeared alongside his public defender, Sandra Crowell, during the arraignment at Connecticut Superior Court in New Britain, where he entered the guilty plea. The exact details of the threat were not disclosed, but the incident sparked a swift response from UConn and local authorities, who ensured the safety of students and staff.
Dennis Hernandez’s case remains a reminder of the challenges he has faced in the years following his brother’s controversial life and death. Further legal proceedings will determine the full consequences of his actions, including sentencing.