Missing Juvenile - March 24

Waynesboro Police Department

Media Release

3/24/08

Missing Juvenile

The Waynesboro Police Department is attempting to locate the following run-away juvenile that was discovered missing this morning by his parents.

Marius John Mello left his residence on Pelham Drive sometime during the night after leaving a note to his parents. He is described as a white male, 15 years of age, 5’4”, 110lbs., having brown hair and brown eyes. He normally wears glasses and was last seen wearing a blue coat, dark blue T-Shirt and jeans. Also missing from the residence is Marius’s camping gear/back pack which is believed to be in his possession.

Marius has No known medical or emotional problems and no history of run-away. He is familiar with camping and outdoor activities and may be in local wooded areas or the national forest. Means of transportation is believed to be on foot.

Sgt. Kelly Walker
Services Sergeant
Waynesboro Police Department