Police: Knife Fight Kills Amir Tarpley, 19, In Paulsboro

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PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Authorities are investigating the death of a teenage boy who was killed in a knife fight.

Authorities arrived to the area of West New Street just before 1 p.m. Sunday for a reported fight involving knives.

Police found 19-year-old Amir Tarpley suffering stab wounds to his body. He was transported to Inspira Medical Center in Woobury were he succumbed to his injuries.

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An autopsy is scheduled for Monday morning to determine the cause and manner of his death.

The Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office and Paulsboro police believe there are additional witnesses who may be able to assist with information regarding the circumstances of the attack.

Anyone with information is asked to contact GCPD Detective Michael Bielski at (856) 649-9716 or Sgt. Kenneth Ridinger of the Paulsboro PD at (856) 423-6222.