Overview
- Authorities said Butler was last seen near the Westin in the Times Square area and described him as wearing a black puffer jacket, blue jeans, and white sneakers.
- Officials told reporters they have no information confirming his entry in the New York City Marathon, despite separate reports that he planned to participate.
- The marathon was held Sunday and drew a record 59,226 runners, complicating efforts to quickly verify individual participation.
- The Daily Beast said it reached out to race organizers for comment as the search continued for the British visitor.
- In a separate case during the event, 55-year-old Giacomo “Jack” Campione, who had been missing since Halloween, was located in the crowd and reunited with his family.