Page 12 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 3, 2026 Two New Police Officers Join the Ranks of the Revere Police Dept. T wo police offi cers, both from Revere, were sworn in last Wednesday inside the Revere City Hall council chambers. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Mayor Patrick Keefe said the offi cers have exceptional training, welcoming them not our family. State Rep. Jeff rey Turco said the men will lead with integrity. Police Chief Maria LaVita has high expectations but knows that the new offi cers will do well. Offi cer Esau Lemus Aguilar and David Riccio Jr. congratulated each other. Mother Gina pinned her son, David Riccio. They previously owned Caff é Vittoria in the North End. Mayor Patrick Keefe and Chief Maria LaVita joined the Riccio family, shown from left: father David, Offi cer David Jr., mother Gina, and sister, Gianna. City Clerk Ashley Melnik swore in Offi cers Esau Lemus Aguilar and David Riccio.
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