Man filmed base jumping from unfinished Auckland skyscraper
Friday 2 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated 
A European content creator known as iliesnec filmed themselves base jumping from the 187m-high Seascape tower in Auckland's CBD. Police have described the act of leaping from the stalled residential development as reckless.
Key facts
4 facts
- A base jump occurred from the 187m-tall Seascape tower in Auckland CBD.
- The jumper landed on Beach Road.
- The individual uses the social media handle 'iliesnec'.
- The Seascape project is a 56-level residential development that is currently stalled.
The full story
1 min read · 2 outlets
A video circulating on social media shows a person base jumping from the 187m-tall Seascape tower in Auckland's CBD. The individual, known as 'iliesnec' on social media, is seen leaping from near the top of the unfinished building before deploying a parachute and landing on Beach Road.
Police have described the act as reckless and stated that inquiries are ongoing to identify those involved and determine if they had authorisation to access the site. Authorities warned that such acts pose risks to both the jumper and people on the ground.
The jumper, an extreme athlete from Europe, stated the stunt occurred last month. He explained he chose the building because it is under construction and easy to access via the stairs.
The Australian builder Icon is investigating the incident and condemned the unauthorised and illegal behaviour. Auckland Council head of compliance Adrian Wilson said the council was unaware of the incident and had no concerns regarding the building's safety.
Where reports differ
- The Instagram caption was translated differently, with one report stating 'Only happiness' and another stating 'Pure joy'.
Compiled from reports by NZ Herald and 1News.