A teenager was fatally stabbed during an argument in Passaic, New Jersey

PASSAIC, NJ (WABC) – A teenager was fatally stabbed during an argument in Passaic County on Saturday.

Police responded to the area of ​​Kruger Place and Popular Street in Passaic at approximately 1:15 a.m. for a report of a stabbing.

A 16-year-old male and a 17-year-old male, both from Passaic, were stabbed during the altercation.

A 16-year-old boy was pronounced dead.

The 17-year-old male was taken to St. Joseph’s University Medical Center for treatment.

The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office is asking anyone with additional information about this incident to call 1-877-370-PCPO.

This investigation is active and ongoing.

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