Teen slashed in face at Renton park

By KOMO Staff

Summary

Police said the incident happened around 6:30 p.m. during a fight between several teens. One of the teens pulled out a large knife or machete and slashed the face of the victim, they said.

More Local & Regional News

Story Published: May 9, 2008 at 6:24 PM PST

Story Updated: Nov 20, 2008 at 6:38 PM PST

RENTON, Wash. -- A teen was slashed in the face with during a fight at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park on Friday evening, according to police.

Police said the incident happened around 6:30 p.m. during a fight between several teens. One of the teens pulled out a large knife or machete and slashed the face of the victim, they said.

The victim was transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. His name is not known.

Police did not have a suspect in custody and were interviewing witnesses for clues.