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SC 15-year-old stabbed 16-year-old during fight, deputies say

The victim is accused of being part of a group of teens who confronted the suspect.
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LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. — Lexington County deputies have arrested a 15-year-old who they stabbed another a 16-year-old during a fight.

Officers say the the 16-year-old victim was part of a group of juveniles that confronted the 15-year-old in the 100 block of Riverbend Drive, according to detectives. Charges are also expected against the 16-year-old.

A 16-year-old male is receiving medical treatment at a hospital for stab wounds. His doctors told deputies the injuries are not life-threatening. 

The 15-year-old male has been charged with assault, and has been released to his parents.

 He will appear in Lexington County Family Court at a later date.

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