BOSTON (WHDH) - A suspect has been arrested in connection with a double stabbing that took place Tuesday afternoon in Roxbury, according to Boston Police.
Ruben Lieske, 21, of Dorchester is facing charges including assault and battery with a dangerous weapon and resisting arrest. He is expected to be arraigned in Roxbury District Court.
Officers responding to a call for a person stabbed in the area of 189 Blue Hill Ave. around 2 p.m. found two victims suffering from neck lacerations.
One victim was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The other victim was treated and released on scene.
Police say they were able to broadcast a description and direction of flight of the suspect. As officers were checking the area, they saw a person matching the description.
After a brief foot pursuit, officers were able to place Lieske into handcuffs.
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