Two men scaled the Space Needle’s glass barrier, wore helmets, and carried parachutes in backpacks before jumping off the observation deck in an unauthorized BASE-style stunt captured on video. One jumper performed a backflip during the descent, with landings reported near the Hyatt hotel and the Seattle Center as onlookers watched in disbelief. Space Needle officials said they are cooperating with Seattle police and reviewing security footage as part of an active investigation, with no identities or charges announced yet. Questions have emerged about how the intruders gained access with their gear, prompting discussions about tighter security such as bag checks in the future. Public reaction on social media ranged from astonishment to frustration, and officials noted the incident could lead to stricter security measures at the landmark. This event follows prior illegal BASE jumps at local towers and underscores ongoing concerns about unauthorized stunts at Seattle’s iconic attraction.