UPDATE: Micah and Mr. Banks were found safe this morning in Cambridge. Thank you, all.

UPDATE: Micah and Mr. Banks were found safe this morning in Cambridge. Thank you, all.

Police believe Micah may be with his grandfather who may be driving a light green Nissan Altima bearing Massachusetts plate 2VLM16 in the Boston or Cambridge area.

At the request of Woburn Police who are the primary investigators, the Massachusetts State Police is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 8-year-old Micah Jones, a missing juvenile. Anyone with information is urged to call Woburn Police at 781-933-1212

Please take a moment to remember and honor Trooper Drew C. Chandler who was killed in the line of duty on this day at the age of 46. While conducting a sweep of his cruiser for contraband, Trooper Chandler was pricked by a needle and contracted Hepatitis C.

As part of the Excellence Initiative, we are committed to elevating strong leaders who are prepared to support our members and empower them to fulfill our public safety mission. You can read more about the Excellence Initiative here:

Yesterday, the Dive Team partnered with the Lowell Police Department, the Officer Sean Collier Foundation, and the Department of Conservation and Recreation on a swim safety day for 75 young people and their families. Please register your children in swim lessons!

If you’re looking to make a difference in your community, consider becoming a State Trooper. The Civil Service Exam will be held September 17-19. Applications will be accepted until August 7th. To connect with a recruiter text MATROOPER to 617-665-7794

Please take a moment to remember and honor Patrolman Paul M. Kennefick who was killed in the line of duty on this day at the age of 34 in a motor vehicle crash on Route 3 in Hanover. A member of the Blue Hills Mounted Unit, he was survived by his wife and three daughters.

RT @MassDOT: In #Milton, I-93 SB exit 3 closed due to flooding.

RT @MassDOT: In #Quincy, I-93 NB HOV lane temporarily closed due to flooding.

🚨 Boston Traffic Alert 🚨 . I-93 is experiencing flooding as a result of significant rainfall. We’re asking everyone to please avoid the area of Exit 3 (Houghton's Pond/Ponkapaug Road). Milton and Canton Police are assisting State Police to divert traffic @MassDOT.

We’re less than two hours from the show! How ya feelin’, 🇺🇸 America? .#BostonPopsFireworksSpectacular

Good morning, Boston! Troopers from every corner of the Commonwealth are here to support the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular over the next 48 hours. If you plan to come to the Esplanade tomorrow, please consider taking the @MBTA

RT @EOPSS: 🎆 The 4th of July is here, and so are we!. Today, Undersecretary Gina Kwon joined our team of federal, state, and local partners….

We’re proud of the partnerships that make Massachusetts communities safe. As part of the Department’s Excellence Initiative, we remain focused on these figures and being responsive to the needs of the 351 cities and towns.

Today, we announced the “Excellence Initiative,” a comprehensive strategy to enhance operational effectiveness, expand community engagement, and reinforce its core mission of public safety. You can read more about the Initiative here:

Have you ever considered a career in public service as a Massachusetts State Trooper? We’re looking for outstanding people to join our ranks, and the first step is registering for the upcoming civil service exam. Visit to learn more.