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Russian Rooftoppers Climb Empire State Building, Propose Marriage, and Get Arrested
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First reported by N12 · 6 hours ago
What happened
Russian climbers Angela Nikolau and Ivan Kuznetsov illegally climbed the Empire State Building, displayed a peace banner, and got engaged atop the spire before police arrested them without incident. They face multiple charges and are known for similar stunts worldwide.
- 01Russian climbers illegally ascended the Empire State Building's spire in New York City.
- 02They displayed a peace banner quoting William Gladstone and proposed marriage at the summit.
- 03New York Police safely arrested them without resistance or injuries.
- 04They face charges including trespassing, endangering lives, and property damage.
- 05Investigation suggests they entered via a locked maintenance hatch near the 102nd floor.
- 06The stunt caused temporary evacuation and delays for observation deck visitors.
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