Man climbs George Washington statue in Union Square

Monday, July 1, 2019
UNION SQUARE, Manhattan (WABC) -- A 24-year-old student was taken to the hospital after climbing the George Washington statue in Union Square.

The student was on the bronze equestrian statue in a riding position when he was talked down by police.
[Ads /]
He was taken to Beth Israel Medical Center for treatment.

He is not expected to be charged.

He was with his mother, visiting from Miami, when he climbed the statue.
[Ads /]
----------
* More Manhattan news
* Send us a news tip
* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts
* Follow us on YouTube
Copyright © 2024 WABC-TV. All Rights Reserved.