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Mass. Most Wanted Fugitive Captured In Florida

YARMOUTH (CBS) — Massachusetts State Police's most wanted fugitive has been captured.

Police say 22-year-old William L. Benton, who was wanted on five outstanding warrants, was caught Tuesday in Florida.

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William Benton (Courtesy: Massachusetts State Police)

In April, Benton was allegedly involved in a stabbing at a Yarmouth home.

According to police, Benton repeatedly stabbed the victim in the stomach after an argument over a threat Benton allegedly made to the victim while armed with a handgun.

In an unrelated incident in May, police say Benton shot at a man with whom he was arguing.

In both cases, the victims survived.

According to police, Benton has a long criminal history including 42 prior charges, many of which include violent crimes.

Benton is currently being held in Florida.

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