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Man On The Run

By Emily Forrester

Find out why a California man is on his way to Florida, step by step. Man On The Run

Published: Wed, April 09, 2008 - 9:54 pm

Walking or running may help you save on gas but when you're running for more than 3,000 miles in 90 days. It can be extremely painful to your body unless you're running for a very good cause. Tom Bassano says running for the innocent is well worth the effort.
Bassano says he was hurt and outraged when he heard the news about little Jessica Marie Lunsford being killed by a convicted sexual predator in Florida. How could he help prevent such a nightmare from happening to other children? He started running. On March 2, he left San Diego California. His goal is to reach Daytona Beach Florida in less than 90 days. He's trying to raise awareness and support for child advocacy centers across the country.
News 5 caught up with him in Ocean Springs, Mississippi.
Bassano says he put in about 50 miles today and he has another 54 miles to go in order to meet the Dauphin Island Ferry at 8:00 on Thursday morning for a free ride across Mobile Bay.
He's traveling with his wife and three kids who have not complained about the cramped quarters in their van.
they are impressed with dad.
When Bassano arrives in Daytona, he will be greeted by Jessica Lunsford's father, Mark, who will ride along with the family for the final few miles.
To learn more about Bassano's trip, click here.