Earlier today, the Massachusetts State Police announced a happy conclusion to a harrowing ordeal. An 84-year-old man, Mr. Noon, who had been missing from Hopkinton, was discovered safe by the police's Special Emergency Response Team.
UPDATE-We are very happy to report that members of our Special Emergency Response Team -- the MSP's search and rescue unit, specially trained for searches in austere environments -- just located Mr. Noon. He is being evaluated by medical personnel. More details to follow. https://t.co/xvfcSZOwbr
— Mass State Police (@MassStatePolice) September 12, 2023
According to MassStatePolice, Mr. Noon was being evaluated by medical personnel as a precautionary measure, and further details about his condition were to be revealed soon.
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