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Man reported missing from Roselle

Frank Amato was last seen Jan. 6 in the northwest suburb, according to police.

By Sun-Times Wire

Police are asking for help locating a man missing from suburban Roselle.

Frank Amato was last seen Jan. 6 in the northwest suburb, according to a statement from Roselle police.

Anyone with information is asked to call Roselle police detective Stanish at 630-671-4039.

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