Stabbings in Chelsea and Medford, One Dead

Two violent incidents involving stabbings occurred in Massachusetts, one in Medford and another in Chelsea. In Medford, a man was stabbed outside the courthouse on Monday and is in serious but stable condition; five men have been detained, and an investigation continues to determine if a court-related case led to the altercation. In Chelsea, a weekend stabbing resulted in the death of 17-year-old Juan Carlos Lemus and left a 15-year-old injured; no arrests have been made, but authorities are seeking community help to find the suspect. Both communities are in mourning, with Chelsea Public Schools providing counseling support for affected students. Authorities in both locations are seeking public assistance and have increased patrols to prevent further violence.