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Sword-wielding suspect slashes man during argument in Claremont

Police say the suspect chased the victim and slashed him in the face with a sword before fleeing on foot.

News 12 Staff

Jan 10, 2026, 12:54 PM

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Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying the person who they say attacked a man with a sword on Dec. 26 in Claremont.

Authorities say the victim and an unknown individual got into an argument at a store on East 174th Street.

After the victim tried to leave, the suspect chased him and slashed him in the face with a sword before fleeing on foot.

Police say the victim was hospitalized and is expected to be OK.

Police urge anyone with additional information to call 1-800-577-TIPS.

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