Mass. Most Wanted Fugitive Captured In Florida
YARMOUTH (CBS) — Massachusetts State Police's most wanted fugitive has been captured.
Police say 22-year-old William L. Benton, who was wanted on five outstanding warrants, was caught Tuesday in Florida.
In April, Benton was allegedly involved in a stabbing at a Yarmouth home.
According to police, Benton repeatedly stabbed the victim in the stomach after an argument over a threat Benton allegedly made to the victim while armed with a handgun.
In an unrelated incident in May, police say Benton shot at a man with whom he was arguing.
In both cases, the victims survived.
According to police, Benton has a long criminal history including 42 prior charges, many of which include violent crimes.
Benton is currently being held in Florida.
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