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Deadly assault investigated by Hartford Police

The 54-year-old man was found behind a home on Martin Street
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Hartford Police

HARTFORD, Conn. — A 54-year-old man was found dead after what police believe was a deadly assault Wednesday afternoon behind a home on Martin Street.

Brian Knighton, 54, who lived in the home, was found around 4:30 p.m. Wednesday afternoon.

He had been assaulted according to investigators from the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.

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The investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with any information regarding the case is asked to call the HPD Tip Line at 860-722-TIPS (8477).

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