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Video shows machete attack in Escondido

Posted at 9:17 PM, Feb 20, 2020
and last updated 2020-02-21 00:17:20-05

ESCONDIDO, Calif. (KGTV) -- Video shows a machete attack in Escondido that occurred earlier in February.

According to Escondido Police, the attack happened on Maywood Street and Washington Avenue around 10:17 p.m. on February 12.

Police say it appears three teenagers walking in the area were confronted with a machete-wielding man.

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One of the teens, a 16-year-old suffered cuts to his head and hand, both were non-life threatening, police say. The teen was taken to the hospital for treatment.

“None of the teens were very forthcoming with information. It’s still under investigation, but I’m sure there’s more to the story…” police said.