
BERWYN (WBBM NEWSRADIO) - The search for an 83-year-old Berwyn man ended yesterday with the discovery of the man’s body.
Jose Arevalo, who had Alzheimer’s disease and only spoke Spanish, walked away from his family’s home last Thursday afternoon.
His body was found five days later behind a car dealership at Harlem and Cermak in North Riverside, about 15 blocks away from his home.
The discovery was reportedly made after detectives went through surveillance video from the dealership, showing Arevalo in the area on the same day he was reported missing.
Police say they do not suspect foul play.
Berwyn police Chief Michael Cimaglia noted that thousands of people shared information on social media and with printed flyers. He said police are grateful for the support and offered condolences to the family.
Arevalo came to the U.S. from Mexico nearly fifty years ago.
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