Couple Climbed Empire State Building for Proposal | Oakland News

Oakland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 3, 2026 · 1m

A daring Russian couple scaled the Empire State Building, proposed at the top, and then got arrested—facing charges including burglary and reckless endangerment after allegedly breaking a lock on the 104th floor. Body cam footage of their arrest stunned viewers, but their lawyer claims the charges are inflated with no real danger to anyone. Known thrill-seekers, they’ve climbed skyscrapers worldwide and unfurled a peace banner during the stunt. Investigators suspect meticulous planning, and one climber’s father hinted the whole thing might have been a staged performance—even if they’re…