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Love, Risk, and the Empire State | Oakland News
Two lovers scaled the Empire State Building to the transmission tower, unfurled a peace-themed banner, and pulled off a surprise proposal—only to be arrested by police moments later. Witnesses saw them bypass security, assume they had permission, and even captured the romantic moment on video as they kissed with masks off. Authorities cleared the observation deck and responded with an NYPD helicopter. The building’s management confirmed the incident was safely resolved, joking that it’s a great spot for proposals—though experts warn of deadly electrical hazards on live towers. It’s not the…
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