2 Climbers Detained After Apparent Engagement at Empire State Building Summit

Published: July 2, 2026, 12:28 am

Two individuals have been taken into custody following an incident where they scaled the Empire State Building and unfurled a banner. The event, which occurred at the skyscraper in New York City, reportedly included a marriage proposal.

The pair were detained by law enforcement after their ascent and display. Further details regarding the specifics of their climb and the banner’s content were not immediately available.