WATCH: Police: Man wielding a butcher knife at a Boston transit station arrested
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A man wielding a butcher knife attacked passengers at a Boston transit station, injuring at least six people before his arrest.
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A man armed with a butcher knife was arrested after an incident at a Boston transit station that resulted in at least six people being hospitalized with injuries. The attack occurred at a public transportation hub, raising concerns about safety in the city's transit system. Police responded and took the suspect into custody, preventing further harm. The extent and severity of the victims' injuries were not immediately detailed. Authorities are investigating the motive behind the attack.
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Police responded to the incident, arrested the suspect, and are investigating the motive behind the attack.
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