Taunton Police Investigate Stabbing on Paul Bunker Drive

TAUNTON (WBSM) — Taunton Police are investigating after multiple people were stabbed Tuesday afternoon.

At approximately 1:20 p.m., Taunton Police responded to Paul Bunker Drive for a report of a stabbing.

Officers arrived to find a 19-year-old Taunton man and two 21-year-old Taunton men suffering from stab and slash wounds. The three victims were transported to area hospitals for treatment.

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A 24-year-old Taunton man was placed under arrest following the incident and Walsh said charges are pending. The suspect was also transported to an area hospital for minor injuries suffered in the altercation.

Walsh said it is believed the individuals are all known to each other and that the incident was not random.

The incident remains under investigation.

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