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‘Today’ show intruder looking for Al Roker lunges at Craig Melvin, yells racial slur in terrifying security breach: report - New York Post

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New York City police have taken a man into custody after he shouted a racial slur at "TODAY" co-anchor Craig Melvin near Studio 1A, the morning show's broadcast headquarters at Rockefeller Plaza, multiple people familiar with the matter said.

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**Summary:** A man allegedly slipped past security at the "Today" show studios seeking Al Roker before reportedly lunging at Craig Melvin and yelling a racial slur. **Why It Matters:** This incident highlights significant issues with security breaches in high-profile media environments, potentially endangering staff members and raising concerns about safety protocols

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