Man arrested for jumping off Eiffel Tower with parachute, sparks security concerns

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Eiffel Tower on Thursday. This incident has ignited concerns over security at the globally renowned landmark.

The heart-stopping leap from the Eiffel Tower was promptly intercepted by police, who promptly arrested the individual involved. The daring escapade occurred during the early hours of the morning, as per details reported by CNN affiliate BFMTV. According to police sources, the man managed to scale a pillar of the Eiffel Tower before making his descent using a parachute.

The management of the Eiffel Tower, overseen by SETE (Société d’Exploitation de la tour Eiffel), exhibited remarkable responsiveness in this incident. Within mere moments of the intruder's entry into the premises, security personnel detected his presence. Despite efforts by the tower’s intervention brigade to dissuade him, the man proceeded with his audacious jump. He ultimately landed on the roof of a nearby sports center, where he was promptly apprehended by the authorities.

SETE expressed its strong disapproval and condemned such perilous actions that jeopardize the safety of individuals operating within or around the monument. A complaint was lodged by SETE following the occurrence, emphasizing the gravity of such recklessness. The organization underscored the risks posed to individuals working in proximity to the tower's structure. This incident temporarily affected the tower's opening schedule on the same day.

This recent incident highlights a worrisome trend of security lapses surrounding the Eiffel Tower. In a separate event, two inebriated American men were discovered at the tower's summit