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UPDATE: The Worcester Police Department updated its social media post with the good news that Michael has been found safe.
WORCESTER — Worcester police are asking for the public’s help to locate a missing 14-year-old boy and are urging residents in a specific area of the city to review security camera footage.
The Worcester Police Department said Michael Pitsillides was reported missing and investigators are seeking any information that could assist in locating him. Police are specifically asking residents in the Gate Lane area to check outdoor security cameras for any activity involving a person between midnight and 6 a.m. on Monday, January 19th.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Worcester Police Department non-emergency line at 508-799-8606 or the department’s Special Crimes Unit at 508-799-8651.
Police did not release additional details about the circumstances surrounding the disappearance.
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