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Stamford Police Make Two Arrests in Veterans Park Attack
Police believe the motive was gang-related for the attackers, who allegedly smashed a passer-by in the head with a bottle.

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Police believe the motive was gang-related for the attackers, who allegedly smashed a passer-by in the head with a bottle.

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