Urban Explorers Discourage Young People From Entering Abandoned Buildings

Explorer talks New Orleans area abandoned buildings

"We would call this an urban exploration, but it's a deadly one. It is high risk," said Chief Anne KirkPatrick.

Kenner police arrest Youtuber accused of illegally filming inside Esplanade Mall

The Kenner Police Department has arrested a Youtuber accused of illegally accessing the former Esplanade Mall.

Urban explorers discourage young people from entering abandoned buildings

The death of a 17-year-old in New Orleans is prompting urban explorers to reconsider how they promote the risky hobby and discourage kids from following suit.

YouTuber arrested, accused of posting 'urban exploration' of abandoned Esplanade Mall in Kenner

Two days before a 17-year-old boy fell to his death while exploring the long-vacant Plaza Tower high rise in New Orleans, Kenner police arrested a Massachusetts YouTuber accused of entering the similarly-abandoned Esplanade Mall and recording video that was posted…