Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 2, 2024 Body discovered in Walden Pond tentatively identified as missing Lynn boy Advocate staff report T he Saugus Police Department was informed of the presence of a body by some young men who were seeking to go fi shing in Walden Pond near the Saugus-Lynnfi eld line. Investigators believe the body recovered from Walden Pond on Tuesday (July 30) is Brian Lopez, 17, of Lynn, who had been reported missing since last Friday. “It is our duty to report that, based on clothing and other physical accessories, we believe the deceased person found in Walden Pond today was Brian Lopez,” Essex County District Attorney Paul Tucker said in a press release isRESCUE CREWS RESPOND: Firefi ghting crews from Lynnfi eld and Saugus arrived at the scene soon after reports of a body in the water at Walden Pond. But the rescue mission soon turned into a recovery eff ort. Investigators believe the body recovered was 17-year-old Brian Lopez of Lynn. (Courtesy Photo of Mike Layhe) sued by his offi ce. “We have been in touch with the Lopez family and let them know this sad news.” The Massachusetts Offi ce of the Chief Medical Examiner will make the fi nal determination as to cause of death and whether the body found was indeed that of Lopez. The search for Lopez, which began on Sunday morning, had focused on the Lynn Woods Reservation, which is known to be one of his favorite spots. At this time, investigators do not believe anyone else was involved in the death and there is no indication of danger to the general public. Lopez attended Lynn Classical High School. ARREST | FROM Page 6 While running away, offi cers THE RECOVERY: Members of the state Medical Examiner’s Offi ce and emergency responders transport a body discovered on Tuesday in Walden Pond near the Lynnfi eld/Saugus town line. (Courtesy Photo of Mike Layhe) Law Offices of JOSEPH D. CATALDO, P.C. “ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS AT LAW” ESTATE/MEDICAID PLANNING WILLS/TRUSTS/ESTATES INCOME TAX PREPARATION WEALTH MANAGEMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING ELDER LAW 369 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 (617)381-9600 JOSEPH D. CATALDO, CPA, CFP, MST, ESQUIRE. AICPA Personal Financial Specialist Designee observed De Dios Carvajal drop an object on the ground. A subsequent search located the object, a paper towel containing two clear plastic bags, both fi lled with a powdery substance. A search of the vehicle located several additional plastic bags containing powdery and rock substances in a panel of the car. Offi cers recovered approximately 32 grams of fentanyl and 48 grams of crack cocaine. Police also found $1,933 in cash, three deposit receipts totaling $2,900, two cellphones, and De Dios Carvajal’s wallet. “We would like to thank the Massachusetts State Police, Lynn Fire Department, Massachusetts Environmental Police, the Essex County District Attorney’s Offi ce, numerous volunteers, and many members of the Lynn Police Department for their assistance during this investigation,” said Lynn Police Chief Christopher Reddy. “We off er our sincere condolences and support to the family and friends of Brian Lopez during this diffi cult time.” “No parent should have to endure the pain of losing a child,” Tucker concluded. “This was not the search conclusion anyone wanted, and our hearts are with the Lopez family.” DE DIOS CARVAJAL is being held without bail at East Boston District Court pending a dangerousness hearing. “As I stated in my swearingin in front of the Town Council and residents, one of my main objectives is to continue quality investigations into drug traffi cking in the community,” said Chief Goodwin. “This is great work by our Winthrop offi cers in coordination with the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department to remove a signifi cant amount of illegal drugs from our streets.” These are allegations. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty. Offi cers recovered approximately 32 grams of fentanyl and 48 grams of crack cocaine, as well as cash, cellphones and more in an arrest on Monday afternoon. (Photo Courtesy of Winthrop Police Department). Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com BUYER1 Lobl, Anthony J Melgar, Melvin P REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS SELLER1 BUYER2 Bennett, Walter Mata, Jose Petrulavage, Thomas Reyes, Pedro P Reyes-Depena, Yanira 10-14 Lafayette Ave LLC SELLER2 ADDRESS 480 Prospect Ave DATE PRICE 350 Revere Beach Blvd #P2-11K 07.11.24 590000 292 Rumney Rd 07.12.24 690000 07.10.24 650000 Revere
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