Navy Veteran Fatally Stabbed by Clown-Costumed Teen, ID Confirmed by Hospital Bracelet
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A 78-year-old Navy veteran, John Wesley Allen Sr., was fatally stabbed at a bus stop by a 15-year-old in a clown costume. He was identified by the hospital bracelet still on his wrist, and authorities say he had been en route to visit his sister when attacked. The teen was arrested and charged with first-degree murder.
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