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EXCLUSIVE: Condo Photographer Speaks

One of the men who took pictures atop an unfinished Chatham condo structure is speaking out about his experience.

Speaking with BlackburnNews.com, 22-year-old Kyle Wicks says he and his friend Matt Kett got in contact with travelling photographer Dylan Johnson, who was in Chatham for a few days.

"I kind of just reached out to him, and told him to come out with us to show him some new spots. He ended up taking us there, and we just tried to capture Chatham in a new light."

Wicks adds they've spoken with Chatham-Kent police, and says the three were "let off easy." This is the first time Wicks has gone to this extreme for photography.

"I'm a thrill-seeker I guess. I adventure, I like to explore and see new things. So that definitely got my adrenaline rushing like no other time before. It was all new to me, I wasn't on the crane but definitely did my fair share of sight-seeing."

Johnson claims to have taken all but one of the photos. In addition to a fulfilling experience, Wicks adds he's also gotten exposure from the shots. He hopes this experience will continue to fuel his passion for photography.

"Tonnes of people have reached out to me for advice, wanting to shoot me, or do photography for them. I made my amends with the police and I think it's good advertising for the city."

Chatham-Kent police say all three people involved have been identified. They've been warned about their "risky and illegal behaviour," says constable Renee Cowell.

She says no charges will be laid. Police are hoping to make contact with the third person Wednesday.

Below you can find Wicks' full conversation with BlackburnNews.com reporter Mike Vlasveld.

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Dylan Johnson has also provided a video to BlackburnNews.com, which depicts him on the condo crane.

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Picture of unknown individual seemingly trespassing on construction site in downtown Chatham.  (Photo submitted to BlackburnNews.com) Picture of unknown individual seemingly trespassing on construction site in downtown Chatham. (Photo submitted to BlackburnNews.com)

Picture of unknown individual seemingly trespassing on construction site in downtown Chatham.  (Photo submitted to BlackburnNews.com) Picture of unknown individual seemingly trespassing on construction site in downtown Chatham. (Photo submitted to BlackburnNews.com)

Picture of unknown individual seemingly trespassing on construction site in downtown Chatham.  (Photo submitted to BlackburnNews.com) Picture of unknown individual seemingly trespassing on construction site in downtown Chatham. (Photo submitted to BlackburnNews.com)

Picture of unknown individual seemingly trespassing on construction site in downtown Chatham.  (Photo submitted to BlackburnNews.com) Picture of unknown individual seemingly trespassing on construction site in downtown Chatham. (Photo submitted to BlackburnNews.com)

Picture of unknown individual seemingly trespassing on construction site in downtown Chatham.  (Photo submitted to BlackburnNews.com) Picture of unknown individual seemingly trespassing on construction site in downtown Chatham. (Photo submitted to BlackburnNews.com)

Picture of unknown individual seemingly trespassing on construction site in downtown Chatham.  (Photo submitted to BlackburnNews.com) Picture of unknown individual seemingly trespassing on construction site in downtown Chatham. (Photo submitted to BlackburnNews.com)

Picture of unknown individual seemingly trespassing on construction site in downtown Chatham.  (Photo submitted to BlackburnNews.com) Picture of unknown individual seemingly trespassing on construction site in downtown Chatham. (Photo submitted to BlackburnNews.com)

Picture of unknown individual seemingly trespassing on construction site in downtown Chatham.  (Photo submitted to BlackburnNews.com) Picture of unknown individual seemingly trespassing on construction site in downtown Chatham. (Photo submitted to BlackburnNews.com)

Picture of unknown individual seemingly trespassing on construction site in downtown Chatham.  (Photo submitted to BlackburnNews.com) Picture of unknown individual seemingly trespassing on construction site in downtown Chatham. (Photo submitted to BlackburnNews.com)

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