Man Arrested After Climbing Las Vegas Sphere
February 8, 2024 - Reading time: 3 minutes
Madison Des Champs, known as a “skyscraper climber,” was arrested after climbing the Las Vegas Sphere. He live-streamed his climb on Instagram to raise money for a homeless pregnant woman. The local authorities were called and he is currently in custody with LVMPD.
The Sphere, an impressive structure that cost over $2 billion to construct, stands at 350 feet tall and features LED screens throughout its exterior. U2 will be performing there this evening as part of their shows coinciding with the Super Bowl. Other notable performances are scheduled for later in the year by Phish and Dead & Company.
The Las Vegas Sphere: A $2 Billion Showcase
Madison Des Champs, a man known for his daring skyscraper climbs, was arrested after climbing the Las Vegas Sphere. He live-streamed his climb on Instagram to raise money for a homeless pregnant woman. The local authorities were called and he is currently in custody with LVMPD.
The Sphere itself is an architectural marvel that cost over $2 billion to construct, standing at 350 feet tall and featuring LED screens throughout its exterior. U2 will be performing there this evening as part of their shows coinciding with the Super Bowl, followed by performances from Phish and Dead & Company later in the year.
Climber Arrested After Scaling Las Vegas Sphere
Madison Des Champs, a man known for his daring skyscraper climbs, was arrested after climbing the Las Vegas Sphere. He live-streamed his climb on Instagram to raise money for a homeless pregnant woman. The local authorities were called and he is currently in custody with LVMPD.
The Sphere itself is an architectural marvel that cost over $2 billion to construct, standing at 350 feet tall and featuring LED screens throughout its exterior. U2 will be performing there this evening as part of their shows coinciding with the Super Bowl, followed by performances from Phish and Dead & Company later in the year.
Man Arrested After Climbing Las Vegas Sphere
Madison Des Champs, a man known for his daring skyscraper climbs, was arrested after climbing the Las Vegas Sphere. He live-streamed his climb on Instagram to raise money for a homeless pregnant woman. The local authorities were called and he is currently in custody with LVMPD.
The Sphere itself is an architectural marvel that cost over $2 billion to construct, standing at 350 feet tall and featuring LED screens throughout its exterior. U2 will be performing there this evening as part of their shows coinciding with the Super Bowl, followed by performances from Phish and Dead & Company later in the year.
Man Arrested After Climbing Las Vegas Sphere
Madison Des Champs, a man known for his daring skyscraper climbs, was arrested after climbing the Las Vegas Sphere. He live-streamed his climb on Instagram to raise money for a homeless pregnant woman. The local authorities were called and he is currently in custody with LVMPD.
The Sphere itself is an architectural marvel that cost over $2 billion to construct, standing at 350 feet tall and featuring LED screens throughout its exterior. U2 will be performing there this evening as part of their shows coinciding with the Super Bowl, followed by performances from Phish and Dead & Company later in the year.
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