Page 2 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 2026 Members of the 54th Basic Training Academy pose for a class photo alongside training academy staff , command staff members and Middlesex Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian (front row center). “WE’RE STILL HERE!” Since 1947 MALDEN AUTO BODY Book online: Maldenauto.com 49 Robin St., Everett, MA 617-389-3030 * Maldenab@yahoo.com Over 79 years of exceptional service! Massone Family Owned & Operated MSO welcomes 18 new correction officers E ighteen new correction officers formally joined the Middlesex Sheriff ’s Offi ce on Friday, May 22, 2026, following the completion of 13 weeks of training. A ceremony honoring the graduates of the 54th Basic Training Academy (BTA) was held at historic Winchester Town Hall. The class was the 20th graduating class of Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian’s 15-year tenure leading the MSO. The graduation featured remarks from 54th BTA President Kyle Manseau and a keynote address by Sheriff Koutoujian. Among the graduates of the 54th BTA were Zagor Souza and D’Andre Carrero of Revere. The recruits’ 13 weeks of training focused on different topics, such as implicit bias, Mental Health First Aid, Cognitive Behavioral Theory (CBT), de-escalation and communication, first responder training and defensive tactics. In addition, all 18 recruits spent time working with veteran members of the MSO team during their on-the-job training at the Middlesex Jail & House of Correction. “Graduations are an incredible celebration of accomplishment — and this class should certainly be proud of what they achieved,” said Sheriff Koutoujian. “But this is just the start of their careers. As they enter this noble profession, they have an incredible opportunity to make a difference in keeping our communities safe. We are proud to welcome them to our Middlesex Sheriff ’s Offi ce family and look forward to what’s ahead for them.” Individuals interested in registering for an upcoming correction offi cer exam may do so by visiting www.middlesexsheriff .org. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocat Newspapers Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@ advocatenews. net call The Advocate
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