Nashua Teen Accused Of Stabbing Over Yeezy Sneakers

LOWELL, MA— A Nashua teenager remained jailed Monday after police said he stabbed another teenager over a pair of Yeezy sneakers. Dequan Hagen, 19, faces a host of charges. The victim was seriously injured, police said.

Tyngsborough Police Chief Richard Howe said Hagen drove to a Frost Road residence in that town Jan. 3 and met a 17-year-old to potentially buy the expensive and popular sneakers, designed by Adidas and Kanye West. Instead, Hagen stole the sneakers, stabbed the teen in the stomach and fled the scene, according to Howe. Police issued a warrant for Hagen's arrest and he turned himself in.

Hagen was charged with armed robbery, home invasion, two count of assault and property destruction. He was ordered held without bail following a hearing last week in Lowell District Court. His next court appearance is Feb. 11.

Howe said the police department is designated as a meetup spot for online transactions and encouraged residents to take advantage of the safe location. Many police departments in the region also have such designated meeting spots.

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