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Detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal stabbing that occurred Monday, Oct. 16 around 10 p.m.
Officers responded to the Unit block of Eastern Boulevard in Essex in reference to a reported assault.
When officers arrived, they located 63-year-old Keith Yeager suffering from multiple stab wounds.
The victim was transported to an area hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
As detectives continue to investigate, they ask anyone with information pertinent to the case to contact 410-307-2020.