Event Brief
Daredevil couple arrested after scaling Empire State for engagement
Filed: Jul 01, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Summary: A couple was arrested after scaling the Empire State Building and unfurling a banner during an engagement proposal.
WHO: New York City Police and building security
WHAT: Arrested after scaling the Empire State Building and unfurling a banner atop the antenna spire
WHEN: Jul 01, 2026 at 3:55 PM ET
WHERE: Empire State Building, Midtown Manhattan
WHY: They scaled the building and unfurled a banner atop the antenna spire during a marriage proposal.
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