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Man dies after assault in Massillon, juvenile in custody

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A juvenile is in custody after an assault that resulted in a man's death Sunday in Massillon. 

Perry Township police responded around 2:42 p.m. to Hinderer Avenue SW after the township's fire department asked for assistance with an unresponsive man.

Police say there was a domestic incident inside the home that turned into an assault. 

A man was transported from the home to Aultman Hospital where he later died.

A juvenile from the home was taken into custody. Police say charges were expected to be filed Sunday evening.