His body was never found. In 2017, the Fornatoras said they haven’t spoken to Rigby since shortly after the disappearance, and his account only left them with more questions. He claimed he left because the waves were flat but that Darryl stayed behind to surf more.
What happened Gilbert Fornatora?
Fornatora vanished during what was supposed to be a 6-day surfing trip with a friend to the Dominican Republic in January 2016. Instead, Fornatora disappeared on the island nation. … Darryl’s parents say Dominican Republic authorities told them he drowned, while the U.S. embassy told them they suspect foul play.