BROOKLINE, Mass. — Police in Brookline have made an arrest in connection to a fatal stabbing that happened at a local park.
On Wednesday, officials announced 21-year-old Singha Oeun has been arrested for stabbing a 20-year-old man multiple times and eventually killing him.
BROOKLINE: Source says an arrest has been made in connection with the stabbing death of 20y/o Nicholas Kearn. Police say Nicolas Kern was stabbed to death at Amory Park. Briefing at 5p @boston25 pic.twitter.com/dugutis5Pt
— Malini Basu (@WFXTMalini) November 20, 2019
At 1:38 a.m. on Tuesday, Brookline Police responded to a 911 call for reports of an assault at the Amory Playground. State Police assisted in the investigation on scene, collecting evidence and using search dogs.
The victim, Nicholas "Cole" Kern, was rushed to Beth Israel Hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.
(2/2) BROOKLINE: 21y/o Singha Ouen of Brookline has been charged with murder. More details at 5p @boston25
— Malini Basu (@WFXTMalini) November 20, 2019
In a press conference, police said Oeun was arrested in Malden and "technological evidence" played an important role in the arrest. They added the victim and suspect knew each other.
Singha Oeun, 21 yrs old of Brookline, accused of fatally stabbing 20 yr old Nicolas Kern, is being held without bail until his next hearing on December 19th. #Boston25 pic.twitter.com/V0oNlxK1Tn
— Kelly Sullivan (@ksullivannews) November 21, 2019
The playground covers more than 8 acres with walking paths, a few ball fields and tennis courts.
(3/3) Ouen was arrested in Malden this morning. Brookline Police say “technological evidence” played a part. The victim and suspect knew each other. @boston25 pic.twitter.com/0KcZx84tqT
— Malini Basu (@WFXTMalini) November 20, 2019
Oeun has been charged with murder. He was held without bail pending a dangerousness hearing at an arraignment Thursday.
No further details were made immediately available.
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