Postal Worker Praised for Saving Braintree Man

BRAINTREE, MA - A postal worker from South Weymouth is being called a hero after noticing the absence of a senior resident on his route.

Friday, U.S. Postal Service carrier Tom Balzano was on his route in Braintree when he arrived at a home on Baker Avenue. Unlike most days, the 67-year-old who lives in the house was not at the door to collect his social security check, according to the Boston Herald.

Concerned for the man’s wellbeing, Balzano called 911, with firefighters needing to break in through the basement to get to the man.

The senior resident was taken to South Shore Hospital in critical condition. Braintree Fire Chief James O’Brien said the man would not have been live much longer if not for the actions of Balazno.

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