Couple who staged apparent proposal atop Empire State Building faces slew of charges
Summary
Two Russian thrill-seekers climbed to the top of the Empire State Building and staged what looked like a marriage proposal by unfurling a peace banner and kissing. They were arrested and charged with multiple crimes including reckless endangerment and burglary.Key Facts
- The couple, Angela Nikolau (33) and Ivan Kuznetsov (32), are Russian nationals living in New Jersey.
- They are known for "rooftopping," an activity where people climb tall buildings to take photos or make statements.
- They reached the Empire State Building’s tip 1,454 feet (443 meters) high on Wednesday around noon.
- Their banner said: “When the power of love beats the love of power the world knows peace.”
- Police used a drone and helicopter to monitor them before arresting them with a special rescue team.
- They faced charges including burglary, reckless endangerment, criminal mischief, trespassing, tampering, disorderly conduct, and possession of burglary tools.
- The Empire State Building owners said they prefer marriage proposals to be done through official channels like the observation deck.
- The building first opened in 1931 and was the tallest in the world at that time.
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