Crime & Safety

Missing Newton Man Found Safe

Richard O'Flaherty, 73, was located Monday after being reported missing three days ago, police said.

NEWTON, MA – A 73-year-old man reported missing early Friday morning has been "found safe," police said.

Richard O'Flaherty had been missing from the Newton Corner area since 2 a.m. Friday morning, according to police. He is described as a white male, 6 feet tall, and was last seen wearing a gray jacket, blue shirt, khaki pants and white sneakers.

Anyone with information about his location is urged to contact Newton police at 617-796-2100. If seen outside Newton, please contact the police in that area.

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Story updated with a more recent picture of Richard O'Flaherty. Image via Newton PD

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