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Couple Was Magnet Fishing In Lake In New York When They Found A Safe Full Of Hundred-Dollar Bills; Police Allowed Them To Keep The Money
What was supposed to be just another ordinary day of “magnet fishing” ended in an unusual discovery in Queens, New York. A couple found a safe full of cash in the lake at Corona Park, near LaGuardia Airport.
James Kane and Barbie Agostini were practicing their favorite hobby when they pulled an old, heavy safe out of the water. Inside, they found two large stacks of hundred-dollar bills.
A Surprise Inside The Safe
The practice, which the couple calls “poor man’s treasure hunting,” started during lockdowns and had already yielded curious objects in the past.
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But it was the first time they found money in one of the safes. Kane reported that he showed the soaked bills to Agostini, who quickly noticed the security bands on the dollars. According to the couple, the money was completely wet and practically destroyed by the water that had entered the safe.
Police Was Called After The Discovery
The discovery happened in the heart of Queens. After pulling the safe out of the water, Kane and Agostini contacted the New York Police Department to report the incident.
The officers believe that the safe may have been stolen at some point in the past, but since it was not possible to identify the rightful owner, the couple was granted permission to keep the money.
Kane humorously commented on the situation: “I guess the rule is finders keepers.” Even with the deteriorated money, the couple celebrated the moment as the most remarkable since they started the activity.
What Is Magnet Fishing
Magnet fishing is a practice that involves throwing a high-power magnet attached to a rope into lakes, rivers, or ponds to attract and recover metallic objects. The method differs from metal detection on land and attracts curious people looking for what might be hidden underwater.
Kane and Agostini have found other curious objects in their fishing trips in Queens and nearby neighborhoods. On one occasion, they located a hand grenade from World War II in Brooklyn. They have also retrieved antique weapons from Flushing Meadows, some dating back to the 19th century.
Submerged Mysteries Attract Adventurers
The activity has gained popularity among those interested in hidden stories in urban waters. Each find tells a story and fuels the imagination.
The mystery of the objects attracts beginners and veterans, as Demchak, a hobby enthusiast, explained: “You don’t need to be a professional archaeologist or historian, but a little luck and a bit of Indiana Jones’ spirit of discovery help.”
Unexpected Ending To An Ordinary Day
Kane and Agostini’s experience shows that even a simple practice can yield unusual stories. The safe found in Corona Park became the highlight of their fishing trips. Even with the deteriorated contents, the symbolic value of the discovery was high.
In the end, as Kane summarized: “You never know what you’re going to find when you toss your magnet into the murky waters below.” For those who venture into magnet fishing, each cast is a new chance to uncover the secrets hidden at the bottom of urban lakes and rivers.
With information from Daily Galaxy.
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