Paris, France – A shirtless man was arrested by police after he was spotted climbing the iconic Eiffel Tower on Sunday, causing a temporary evacuation of the landmark just hours before the closing ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics.
According to reports, the man was seen scaling the tower without any protective gear or harness, causing alarm among tourists and locals alike. Police were immediately called to the scene and were able to apprehend the man before he reached the top of the tower.
The incident occurred around 5:30 pm local time, prompting authorities to evacuate the tower and close it to the public for safety reasons. The evacuation lasted for about two hours, causing some disruption to the planned closing ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics, which was set to take place at the Eiffel Tower.
The man, whose identity has not been disclosed, was taken into custody and is currently being questioned by police. It is unclear at this time what his motives were for climbing the tower.
The Eiffel Tower, which stands at 324 meters tall, is one of the most visited landmarks in the world, attracting millions of tourists each year. It has strict security measures in place to prevent any unauthorized access, making this incident all the more concerning.
Thankfully, no injuries were reported during the incident and the tower was able to reopen to the public in time for the closing ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics. The event went on as planned, with the Eiffel Tower serving as a stunning backdrop for the celebration.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of security measures in popular tourist destinations and the swift response of law enforcement in ensuring the safety of the public. The investigation into the incident is ongoing and more details are expected to be released in the coming days.
