Crime & Safety

Helicopter Aids In Search for Missing Riverside Man

Police said they are helping to locate a young man who was in distress.

A helicopter was searching the Flanders and Riverside area Monday night as police tried to bring a young man home safely.

According to Southampton Town police, a search was underway Monday night for a Riverside resident, 20, who was reported missing at approximately 7:45 p.m.

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Police said the man left his home and his family called the police to help locate him. Authorities said they had embarked on a "well-being check" for the young man, who needed help, and that a mobile crisis unit was involved.

No further details were immediately available; check  back to Patch for updates.

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