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Missing Boy Found Safe; Kayakers' Bodies Recovered in Bay

11/5/2025

Summary

Story summary

A Long Island family credited the New York City Marathon for the safe return of Giacomo "Jack" Campione, who has severe intellectual disabilities, after he went missing on Halloween.
Jack survived for two days in New York City by relying on Halloween candy and was found near the marathon crowd after falling, which prompted a police call.
Separately, kayakers Shane Garcia and Aaron Montemarano went missing in Shinnecock Bay; Garcia's body was recovered on November 2, 2023, and Montemarano's was found the following day.
The Southampton Town Police are investigating both incidents.

History

Historical Context

The New York City Marathon, first held in 1976, marked a significant shift in urban marathon culture by incorporating all five boroughs, enhancing community engagement and safety. This event has since inspired similar races globally, with over 550,000 marathon finishers in the U.S. by 2016. The recent case of Giacomo "Jack" Campione illustrates how such events can aid in locating missing individuals, emphasizing community vigilance.

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Story summary

A Long Island family credited the New York City Marathon for the safe return of Giacomo "Jack" Campione, who has severe intellectual disabilities, after he went missing on Halloween.
Jack survived for two days in New York City by relying on Halloween candy and was found near the marathon crowd after falling, which prompted a police call.
Separately, kayakers Shane Garcia and Aaron Montemarano went missing in Shinnecock Bay; Garcia's body was recovered on November 2, 2023, and Montemarano's was found the following day.
The Southampton Town Police are investigating both incidents.

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