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Old 03-20-2014, 03:52 PM
 
Location: Gotham
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Police investigating N.J. teen's motive for trespassing inside WTC

It seems the security could've been a bit better.
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Old 03-20-2014, 03:58 PM
 
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"I walked around the construction site and figured out how to access the Freedom Tower rooftop. I found a way up through the scaffolding, climbed onto the 6th floor, and took the elevator up to the 88th floor. I then took the staircase up to 104th [floor]. I went to the rooftop and climbed the ladder all the way to the antenna."

That's scary!

Maybe I missed it in the article, but how was he eventually discovered? He got past the guard, but then did they see or hear him? Are there cameras?
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Old 03-20-2014, 05:32 PM
 
Location: Brooklyn New York
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unbelieveable !!

its amazing what little boys can do......and they can........
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Old 03-20-2014, 06:32 PM
 
Location: Gotham
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"I walked around the construction site and figured out how to access the Freedom Tower rooftop. I found a way up through the scaffolding, climbed onto the 6th floor, and took the elevator up to the 88th floor. I then took the staircase up to 104th [floor]. I went to the rooftop and climbed the ladder all the way to the antenna."

That's scary!

Maybe I missed it in the article, but how was he eventually discovered? He got past the guard, but then did they see or hear him? Are there cameras?
Apparently he was apprehended as he was exiting the building.
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Old 03-20-2014, 08:58 PM
 
Location: New York, NY
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As someone who works in construction, I can tell you that it's very easy to get into any site. Assuming I could fit through that small hole, I probably could have done the same thing. All you have to do is say you're with whatever company's banner is posted outside. Or dress nicely and say you're with the Port Authority doing an inspection, while not stopping to acknowledge the security guard. As if you are too important to be bothered. Most security guards wouldn't think twice or dare question you.
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Old 03-20-2014, 09:47 PM
 
Location: New York City
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This kid is now a local legend
Moderator cut: Photo is copyrighted

He's big into Parkour, youtube that to see what that is

Last edited by bmwguydc; 03-20-2014 at 10:51 PM.. Reason: Copyrighted photo removed
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Old 03-20-2014, 10:05 PM
 
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This kid is now a local legend



He's big into Parkour, youtube that to see what that is

I think by now, most people know what parkour is.
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Old 03-20-2014, 10:09 PM
 
Location: southern california
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we assume we are safe, after all we pay generals, cia, and super police to guard us, but just how well they are doing their high paid jobs is painfully evident every time there is a national incident. the impression management that ensues would be hilarious. if not for the high cost of the ticket for the clown show.
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Old 03-21-2014, 11:56 AM
 
Location: NYC
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^ you are so right about that! Yet still we have to take our shoes off at the airports and get zapped with radiation and it doesn't make us any safer!
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Old 03-21-2014, 12:42 PM
 
Location: Not where I want to be
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This kid is now a local legend
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He's big into Parkour, youtube that to see what that is

They call it "Parkour" now? I remember guys doing this way back in the 1970s..... Now they have a name for it!
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