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Police investigate stabbing, shooting in Syracuse

Police investigate stabbing, shooting in Syracuse

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SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WHCU) — A teenage girl in Syracuse is recovering after a stabbing.

Police say the attack happened Saturday afternoon on South Geddes Street. The 14-year-old was reportedly stabbed in her arm, and needed stitches. The injuries are not considered to be life-threatening. Authorities say a 13-year-old girl was later arrested as a suspect.

Elsewhere in the city, a shooting is under investigation. Authorities say it happened early Sunday morning outside the Parkside Commons apartment building. A 17-year-old boy was reportedly shot in the arm. He was taken to a hospital, and is expected to survive.

Anyone with information about the two crimes should contact Syracuse Police at 315-442-5222.

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