Help me find Manuel and stay afloat in this crisis

Dear community,

 My name is Shakty Castro, and I’m Manuel’s partner. It’s been over 50 hours since Manuel experienced a dissociative episode, ran to Domino Park, and jumped into the East River around 4:00 AM on May 2, 2025. I saw him surface once—but then he vanished into the darkness, and we’ve had no word since. Emergency teams—police, firefighters, divers, and drones—responded immediately, but official search efforts have since slowed, and the detective won’t be back until Tuesday evening. Every hour without news is critical. I’ve set up this GoFundMe to cover:
 1. Specialized search operations
 • Jet ski & boat rentals
 • Licensed drone pilots & flight fees
 • Diver teams & safety equipment
 • Printing & distributing updated flyers at parks, hospitals, and shelters

 2. Immediate living expenses
 • Rent, utilities, groceries
 • Transportation to follow every lead

  4. Family support
 • Care for Marisol, a close family member in Venezuela whom Manuel considers a second mother—covering her basic living expenses and communication costs so she remains safe and connected during this crisis

 I will manage every dollar raised, pay vendors directly from this GoFundMe account, and share transparent expense updates here. Any remaining funds will go toward Manuel’s recovery and care once he’s found.

 How you can help:
 • Donate whatever you can.
 • Share this page and the video.
 • Tag media outlets, rescue organizations, or officials you know.
 • Call local hospitals and shelters to ask if Manuel has been admitted.

 Every action counts. Thank you for your compassion, your voice, and your faith that together we can bring Manuel home.
  
 With gratitude and hope,
Shakty Castro