Page 6 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 29, 2022 Missing Saugus elderly man reunited with his family after police locate him in Somerville T he search for a missing 78-year-old Saugus man has ended happily for him, his family and several area law enforcement agencies that were looking for him. Saugus Police Chief Michael Ricciardelli and the Saugus Police Department reported in a press release yesterday that the man, who was missing for several hours on Wednesday (July 27), was found safe in Somerville. Saugus Police began an immediate search at about 2 p.m. on Wednesday after receiving a report that he was missing. Assisting Saugus in the search were the Massachusetts State Police, the Northeastern Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council, Revere Police and Somerville Police. Saugus Police developed information that indicated that the man might have traveled to Revere and then taken a cab to Somerville. Chief Ricciardelli said the man was located about three hours later in Somerville. He was not injured and was reunited with his family. “I want to thank community members, Somerville Police, Revere Police, Massachusetts State Police and the Northeastern Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council for their assistance,” Chief Ricciardelli said. “We are pleased we were able to locate this individual thanks to cooperation with our law enforcement partners and the public.” he said. Brats on Bikes Chief says witnesses should call police to complain about kids endangering pedestrians and drivers instead of “posting pictures” on social media By Mark E. Vogler C hief Michael Ricciardelli said the Saugus Police Department is ready to take action to rid town streets of unruly kids on bicycles. But he said officers need the help of citizens who witness the potentially dangerous conduct that’s irked local town offi cials for the second straight year. “I wish people would call us when it’s happening,” Chief Ricciardelli toldThe Saugus Advocate this week. “If they wish to solve the problem, we need to hear about it. Posting pictures on social media doesn’t help us,” he said. The chief said he’s personally reviewed the police log in recent weeks and he said Saugus police have received very few complaints. He said there’s been a couple of cases involvWALK OF HOPE | FROM PAGE 5 ities and refreshments for all walkers. Kings Dining and Entertainment of Lynnfi eld and Charlie’s on Main are among those who will provide refreshments for registered walkers. The Angel Fund will also honor those who have ALS and those who have lost their battle with the disease with the Faces of ALS walkway. Any participating team or individual who would like to honor a loved one with a sign can do so by emailing the photo to theangelfundals@gmail.com.. Donations to the Angel Fund for ALS Research can also be made online, or can be sent 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Owned & operated by the Conti Years! “Same name, phone number & address for over half a century. We must be doing something right!” www.everettaluminum.com ing youth from out-of-town. “It’s not like we’ve been inundated with calls,” Chief Ricciardelli said. “But, that’s not to say it’s not been going on. So, I would encourage people to call us when they see it,” he said. Several town officials say they have witnessed the troublesome behavior fi rsthand. There’s even been some discussion of confiscating kids’ bicycles if they are caught in the act of harassing pedestrians and motorists. Selectman Jeffrey Cicolini said earlier this month that he’s had recent talks with Chief Ricciardelli about the situation and steps that his department will be taking to address the problem. Cicolini said he likes the idea of tow companies being called in to impound the bicycles rather than having bikes stored at the police station. to The Angel Fund, 649 Main Street, Wakefi eld, MA 01880. All donations should be made payable to The Angel Fund for ALS Research. To assist its walkers, The Angel Fund for ALS Research has joined Frontstream.com which enables them to create their own webpage to raise money online. Registered walkers can create their page at https://secure.frontstream.com/walkof-hope-for-als. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Information about sponsorship opportunities can also be obtained on the website, www.theangelfund.org, or by calling 781245-7070. Summer is Here!
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