Vulnerable Male (84) Missing in Welland

Detectives with the 3 District (Welland/Pelham) detachment of the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) are actively searching for a missing vulnerable male in Welland.

Guiglielemo “William” Maddalena, 84, was reported missing at approximately 9:30 a.m. today from a group home on Hellems Avenue in Welland. Detectives are concerned for his well-being, as he suffers from cognitive issues.

Maddalena is described as:

5’4” 146 lbs Grey hair Brown eyes Short grey beard Fluent in Italian, speaks very little English

He was last seen wearing a grey fleece tracksuit and a blue neck brace.  He uses a black walker for mobility.

Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact the Niagara Regional Police Service at 905-688-4111.

Members of the public who wish to remain anonymous may contact Niagara Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at https://crimestoppersniagara.ca.

NRPS Incident: 25-66317