Somerville police say they are looking for 48-year-old Fabio Armelio, a man they describe as wanted on 11 active arrest warrants and suspected in a series of home break-ins in the city's West End. Officers say Armelio is a white male, about 5 feet 11 inches tall and roughly 170 pounds, with brown and gray hair and brown eyes. His last known location, according to police, is in the area of Ossipee Road. Residents are urged not to approach him and instead call the Somerville Police at 617-625-1600 with any information.
Police Release Wanted Notice
According to the Somerville Police Department, the Facebook alert includes photos of Armelio and notes that he is wanted on 11 active arrest warrants tied to breaking and entering charges. The post states he is believed to be unhoused and has been seen in Somerville's West End. Police repeat the same warning there: do not try to detain him yourself, and instead call 617-625-1600 or 911 if you spot him.
Previous Arrest And Case History
Armelio was taken into custody in early January 2025 after a resident reported finding an unknown man in the basement of a Cherry Street home. At that time, Somerville officials said he had about 20 outstanding warrants across multiple jurisdictions, details that were outlined in a Somerville Police Department news release. Local outlets including Boston.com and linked to multiple area break-ins covered that arrest and the ensuing court proceedings.
How To Report Tips
Somerville police are asking anyone who sees Armelio to keep their distance and immediately call 617-625-1600 or 911. For people who prefer to stay off the record, the department also accepts anonymous tips through an online form, which is linked in the Facebook post. The page titled Submit a Crime Tip explains how to send in information or photos without giving your name.
Legal Notes
Police say the active warrants mentioned in the recent notice include breaking and entering and related offenses. If Armelio is arrested, he would be arraigned in Somerville District Court. In the May 20 update, officers did not release the full charging documents, and anyone looking for the status of earlier or current cases is being directed to the Middlesex County prosecutor's office or the Somerville District Court for official records.
