Paterson increasing police patrols after fatal stabbing of teen near Eastside HS

Police said they would keep a close eye on Market Street, Park Avenue and Rosa Parks Boulevard during school dismissal hours.

News 12 Staff

Feb 21, 2023, 12:41 PM

Updated 670 days ago

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Police are increasing patrols in Paterson after a 14-year-old was fatally stabbed near Eastside High School last Friday.
The teen was killed during a knife fight, according to the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office. Another 16-year-old was also injured but survived.
Police say they will keep a close eye on Market Street, Park Avenue and Rosa Parks Boulevard during school dismissal hours from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.