Lawnmower argument leads to stabbing in Trenton

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Friday, August 29, 2014

TRENTON, N.J. -- Police say an argument over a lawnmower led to a stabbing in New Jersey's capital city.

Trenton police say it started when 53-year-old Anthony Burton asked to borrow a 55-year-old man's mower on Klagg Avenue.

Police Lt. Mark Kieffer tells the Times of Trenton Burton stabbed the man in the left forearm when the 55-year-old said no.

The victim was treated and released for minor injuries.

Burton faces aggravated assault and weapons charges.

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Information from: The (Trenton, N.J.) Times, http://www.nj.com/times