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Stabbing Victim Dies After Large Fight Near Franklin Park Zoo

BOSTON (CBS) – A 16-year-old died as a result of injuries suffered in a large fight that led to a stabbing near the Franklin Park Zoo in Dorchester on Saturday. He was identified as Yonan Guerrero of Dorchester.

Boston Police said the stabbing began as a brawl between two groups of teenagers. Guerrero was rushed to an area hospital but later pronounced dead.

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The scene of a stabbing near Franklin Park Zoo. (WBZ-TV)

A 13-year-old and another 16-year-old were taken to the hospital with minor stab wounds, police said.

Boston Police are hoping surveillance video from houses and other buildings in the area will help the investigation.

No arrests have been made. Anyone with information is asked to contact Boston Police.

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