Page 6 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 31, 2025 Two workers killed in crane collapse at former Exxon terminal By Neil Zolot T wo men were killed in a crane collapse at the 201 Rover St. marine dock on Friday, October 24. They have been identified as 44-year-old Larriston Lake of Roslindale and 37-year-old Paul Ledwell Jr. of Middleborough. The work involved dismantling facilities at the former Exxon terminal on the Mystic River and the Island End River. The site is in a former industrial zone, the Docklands District Innovation District, which is part of the larger Commercial Triangle, which is now being remediated for use for a proposed soccer stadium, apartment complex, lithium battery storage facility and waterfront park; 201 Rover is about 1.5 miles from the proposed stadium site on Alford Street. Mayor Carlo DeMaria was at the site after the accident. ”I am deeply saddened by the tragic accident that claimed the lives of two workers,” he wrote in a prepared statement. “On behalf of the City, I extend my heartfelt condolences to their families, friends and co-workers as they grieve this unimaginable loss.” In another prepared statement, Charter Contracting head Robert Delhome wrote, “We are devastated to learn two individuals employed by a subcontractor died following a horrible accident.” Middlesex County District Attorney Marian Ryan and Everett Chief of Police Paul Strong have confi rmed there is an open and active ongoing investigation being conducted by the State Police, Everett Police and the Offi ce of the Chief Medical Examiner. “The City will continue to fully support and cooperate with the investigation,” DeMaria said. “We are actively coordinating with all relevant public safety offi cials to understand why and how this happened,” Delhome added. On his Facebook page, Mayor DeMaria shared a letter from Ledwell’s sister Darcy about him. She wrote he was “an incredible ~ Political Endorsement ~ man in his work and life” and the family are “heartbroken beyond words.” “Reading her message, as Mayor and an American, it makes me realize how sometimes we take lightly the work that’s being done behind the scenes and the men and women that work these vital, sometimes very dangerous jobs,” DeMaria wrote as an introduction to the letter. “May this terrible tragedy serve as a reminder they are putting their lives on the line everyday helping to build and rebuild our great country.” Over 200 people expressed condolences to the families of the men in comments on the post. Initial reports indicate a cable snapped, but under what circumstances are as yet unknown. DeMaria initially thought the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration would not be investigating the incident due to the government shutdown, but recent news reports indicate they will. Alfred Lattanzifor Ward 6 City Council Alfred Lattanzifor Ward 6 City Council Lifelong Everett Resident 2 Generation local business owner nd Proud product of the Everett school system Member (past and present) of multiple City and local business boards Committed and Dedicated to Everett • Former Union Carpenter Elect Alfred Lattanzi City Council, Ward 6 Tuesday, November 4 , 2025th Need a ride to the polls? Looking to vote by mail? Give me a call and I’d be happy to help! ajflattanzi@comcast.net | 617-594-0455 Lawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lien * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net Everett Police Patrolmen’s Union Endorse Joe Gaff for City Councilor Pictured from left to right: Raoul Goncalves, Jermaine Bellard, candidate Joseph Gaff and Eric Rizza. I n a letter to candidate Joe Gaff , Jermaine Bellard, President of the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #40, wrote, “The Everett Police Patrolmen’s Union, FOP Lodge #40, proudly endorses Sgt. Joe Gaff for Everett City Council - Ward 5. Sgt. Gaff serves on the Traffi c Commission, leads the Police Department’s Traffi c Unit, and is a former Executive Board Member of our union. Beyond LATTANZI | FROM PAGE 4 about this-and-that, only to make no real eff ort in eff ectuating positive changes for my constituents. That’s just not who I am. I’m a person who takes pride in getting stuff done. I’m somebody who absorbs a resident’s issue and makes it my own. And, more than anything, I am somebody who knows precisely who to talk to and what to say to actually address your concerns. If you have any questions his police service Joe is also a dedicated football and swimming coach, giving back to the community and mentoring Everett’s youths. His proven leadership, commitment to public safety, and dedication to the people of Everett make him the obvious choice for Ward 5. FOP Lodge #40 proudly stands with Sgt. Joe Gaff - a leader who has always stood with Everett.” about my candidacy, please contact me at 617-594-0455 or say hello while I’m walking around your neighborhood. If you need a ride to the polls on Election Day, I’m just a call or text away. It’s time that Ward 6 is represented on the City Council by somebody focused on improving the lives of Everett’s residents and moving our City forward. I humbly ask for your support on Tuesday, November 4th . Thank you.
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