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Juvenile charged in Fort Dodge stabbing

The 14-year-old suspect has been arrested and charged after stabbing a 17-year-old during a fight, the Fort Dodge Police Department said in a press release.

FORT DODGE, Iowa — One juvenile is in the hospital and another is in custody after a stabbing Thursday evening in Fort Dodge.

The 14-year-old suspect has been arrested and charged after stabbing a 17-year-old during a fight, the Fort Dodge Police Department said in a press release.

Law enforcement responded to reports of a possible fight between teenagers near Reynolds Park at approximately 6:05 p.m. 

After stabbing the victim during the fight, the juvenile suspect was chased toward a residence in the 400 block of N. 17th St where he was detained by police. 

The victim was transported to Unity Point Hospital by a private vehicle and his injuries were nonlife-threatening.

The names of the victim and offender will not be released by police at this time because both are minors. Police believe this was an isolated incident rather than a random act of violence.

Anyone who has further information is encouraged to contact the FDPD as the investigation continues.

** MEDIA RELEASE ** Case: FD22-1871 – Stabbing Investigation, 400 block of North 17th Street On Thursday, July 7th at...

Posted by Fort Dodge Police Department -Official- on Friday, July 8, 2022

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