The Empire State Building became an impromptu backdrop for a dramatic proposal Wednesday evening, as a couple climbed the iconic skyscraper and unfurled a banner with a poignant message.
According to officials, the pair, later identified as Angelina Nikolau and Ivan Kuznetsov, were taken into custody after being met by the New York City Police Department's Emergency Services Unit.
The couple, who appear to be engaged, was charged with several crimes, including burglary, reckless endangerment, and criminal mischief.
No injuries were reported during the incident, which was met with a significant police response, with roughly 40 officers redirecting traffic and blocking off the entrance on Fifth Avenue.
The Empire State Building's management described the incident as "unauthorized," but emphasized that there was no danger to tenants, visitors, or guests at the Observation Deck.
The couple's daring stunt was caught on bodycam footage, which showed officers climbing the tower to meet the pair, who were apparently unharnessed.
Nikolau and Kuznetsov, who were featured on Netflix's "Skywalkers: A Love Story," later posted photos of the engagement ring on Instagram, sparking a flurry of excitement and curiosity.
The Empire State Building, which stands at 1,454 feet tall, is the fourth-tallest building in New York City and the 43rd tallest tower in the world.
This is a developing story, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
