Missing Long Island Teen Found Safe After Month-Long Search

Fourteen-year-old Emmarae Gervasi was discovered on a boat in Islip following a tip to her father, ending weeks of uncertainty and fear.

Emmarae Gervasi, 14, went missing on December 9, 2024, after leaving her Patchogue home barefoot and getting into an unknown car.
Her father, Frank Gervasi, located her on a boat in a marina near Islip after receiving a crucial tip from a community member.
The teenager is now safe and receiving medical care, with her father stating she is 'detoxing' and recovering from the ordeal.
Authorities have confirmed that Gervasi was not on the boat willingly, and an investigation involving multiple individuals is ongoing.
The family expressed gratitude for the community's support, which included search efforts, social media outreach, and assistance from local organizations.