'Today' show intruder – Craig Melvin, anchors address incident - USA Today
Today show anchor Craig Melvin and his colleagues addressed a security breach where an intruder entered the studio and confronted Melvin. The suspect was apprehended by police, and no injuries were reported.
Why it matters
The incident raises questions about security protocols at major media organizations and the safety of public-facing media personalities.
Hear this story The "Today" show anchors are addressing the arrest of an intruder .
During the Friday, July 17, broadcast, Craig Melvin addressed the incident involving an individual who snuck into the studio and confronted him the day prior.
"Thankfully, he was apprehended quickly. He was placed under arrest," the anchor said, adding the show is "cooperating fully with the NYPD as they investigate the matter. We are just very happy that everyone is safe."
Coanchor Laura Jarrett, filling in for Savannah Guthrie , said to Melvin, "We want to make sure that you're safe," with him adding, "Safe and sound."
The New York City Police Department previously confirmed a suspect was in custody after officers responded to a "disorderly person" inside the building at 30 Rockefeller Center around 9 a.m. on July 16.
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