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Gen Z Daredevils are Taking Deadly Risks Exploring Abandoned Buildings, Scaling Bridges For Clout
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2:02Now PlayingUrban exploring is in the headlines after a daredevil couple scaled the Empire State Building to get engaged atop its spire, in a publicity stunt. NY Post columnist Rikki Schlott shares this story.
The pair were Instagram famous for pulling off risky stunts, often in illegal settings, for social media content — and inspire kids to follow their lead.
Local New York City kids have been known to partake in the “urbex” trend by breaking into abandoned subway cars and theaters or scaling bridges and buildings. But such pursuits have left some injured — or dead.
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