Top 10 fugitives in Fall River sought

FALL RIVER, Mass., (WPRI) - Fall River Police have teamed up with the Massachusetts State Police in an effort to track down fugitives hiding themselves in the Whaling City.

The two law enforcement agencies have teamed up creating 'Operation Fugitive.' Authorities have been highly successful, arresting 133 fugitives and clearing 465 charges in the warrant management system.

“While it is a fact that I expected good results when we launched “Operation Fugitive,” the results from the first three months have been impressive to say the least. The investigators assigned and most importantly the public, average citizens that provided tips, are to be commended," said Chief Daniel S. Racine.

List of Top Ten Most Wanted:

• Mayoer Sareth Vann, 16, of Fall River, is wanted for armed assault with intent to murder.
• Kevin Sousa, 32, of Fall River, is wanted for burglary charges.
• James Reynolds, 32, of Fall River, is wanted for multiple abuse prevention order violations.
• Robert Cephas, 18, of Fall River, is wanted for possession of a firearm.
• Jorge Lamas, 22, of Taunton, Mass., is wanted for armed robbery.
• Leroy Menard, 39, of Fall River, Mass., is wanted for parole violation.
• Michael Marchand, 24, of Somerset, Mass., is wanted for trafficking cocaine.
• Jorge Fagundes, 49 years old, L.K.A 22 Michael St. Fall River, Ma. Charges include Sexual Assault.
• Dale Davis, 30, of Fall River, Mass., is wanted for possession to distribute Class B drug in a school zone.
• Jordan Platt, 30, of Fall River, Mass., is wanted for armed assault with intent to murder.

Mayor William Flanagan stated, “I would like to commend the Fall River Police Department and the Massachusetts State Police for their efforts in making Fall River a safer community. I applaud not only their past exceptional results, but also their continued resolve moving forward.”