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Taunton teen fatally stabbed inside Brockton home

BROCKTON, Mass. (MyFoxBoston.com) – A Taunton teen was fatally stabbed inside a Brockton home early Saturday morning, police said.

Police responded to 517 Summer Street at about 3:50 a.m. for a report of a possible home invasion with a stabbing victim.

Upon arrival, officers found two male victims who were treated at the scene and then transported to area hospitals.

One of the victims was treated for a minor cut to his neck. He was later released.

The second victim, 18-year-old Jonathan Semedo, was pronounced dead a short time later at Brockton Hospital. He appeared to have multiple stab wounds to his front, side and back torso, as well as his arms and hands.

An autopsy will be performed by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to determine the official cause of death.

The case is under investigation.

Anyone with information is urged to contact investigators at 508-941-0234.