WELLESLEY, Mass.- A 58-year-old man died after an apparent stabbing at a Wellesley park on Thursday, June 25, and authorities have arrested a local man in connection with the investigation.
Shortly before 6 p.m., officers responded to Phillips Park, located at 11 Maugus Ave., after receiving a 911 call requesting assistance. They found the victim suffering from an apparent stab wound. He was transported to Newton-Wellesley Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
During the investigation, authorities arrested James Floyd Bennett III, 26, of Wellesley. He is expected to be arraigned Friday, June 26, in Dedham District Court.
The Massachusetts State Police assigned to the Norfolk County District Attorney’s Office are investigating the case alongside the Wellesley Police Department.
Investigators said the case remains active and ongoing. Based on preliminary information, authorities said there is no threat to public safety.
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