A juvenile suffered minor injuries after being assaulted with a machete during an armed robbery in Lynn.
Three juveniles were arrested after an armed robbery in which a young victim was attacked with a machete Wednesday afternoon in Lynn, Massachusetts.
Police responded just before 3 p.m. to Fayette Street after a robbery was reported.
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Two juvenile victims told officers they were approached by a group of males. One of the victims was assaulted with a machete, and the other's backpack was taken, according to investigators.
Police say the person who was attacked suffered a minor injury and did not require medical attention.
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After a search, three juvenile suspects were identified and arrested. They are facing charges of delinquency by reason of armed robbery, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon and trespassing.
Authorities are continuing to investigate. No further details were immediately available.
