Disneyland Runner Collapses at Half-Marathon Finish Line

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Caleb Graves Dies After Crossing Finish Line at Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon

A runner and social media vlogger tragically passed away after completing the 2024 Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon race. Caleb Graves, 33, received medical assistance near the Anaheim, Calif., resort shortly after crossing the finish line at around 7 a.m. local time.

Medical Assistance Provided After Race

Sgt. Matt Sutter from the Anaheim Police Department stated that Anaheim Fire & Rescue teams immediately attended to Graves at the race’s conclusion. It was reported that as soon as Graves crossed the finish line, a worker noticed he was clutching his chest, indicating he was going into cardiac arrest. He was swiftly transported to the nearby Anaheim Global Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead an hour later.

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Heat and Investigation Factors

Temperatures during the marathon event exceeded 100 degrees daily, peaking at 110 degrees on Friday and 107 degrees on Sunday. While the role of heat in Graves’ death remains uncertain, the Orange County Sheriff-Coroner Department is currently investigating the matter.

TikTok Video and Background

Prior to the race, Graves posted a TikTok video recounting a previous incident of heat exhaustion. Despite this, he expressed hope for successfully completing the marathon. Graves, a litigation associate at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, was an influential figure in the Disney vlogging community, garnering a substantial following on TikTok.

Disneyland Marathon Series

The Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon Weekend is part of the ongoing runDisney program, featuring a series of marathon races held at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resort. The upcoming marathon scheduled for Jan. 30 includes a 5K, 10K, half-marathon, and a kids’ race.

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FAQs

Q: What caused Caleb Graves’ death?
A: Caleb Graves passed away after crossing the finish line at the Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon, with the exact cause of death still under investigation.

Q: Was heat a factor in Caleb Graves’ death?
A: While temperatures during the marathon event were high, it is currently unclear if heat played a role in Graves’ tragic passing.

Q: What was Caleb Graves known for?
A: Caleb Graves was a social media vlogger and Disney enthusiast, popular for his content on TikTok focusing on Disneyland.


Credit: ew.com

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