New york city: A Russian couple is set to face legal proceedings today following their arrest for illegally climbing the Empire State Building. Angela Nikolau and Vanya Byrkus made headlines after scaling the iconic structure's antenna in July. Their daring ascent culminated in unfurling a large banner promoting world peace and a subsequent marriage proposal, which they shared on social media.
According to Thai News Agency, the duo was apprehended by police shortly after the stunt. The incident has raised questions about how they managed to bypass heightened security measures that have been in place since the 2001 World Trade Center attacks. Their court appearance today will address the legal repercussions of their actions.