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CBS News
6 days ago
- CBS News
Unruly passenger aboard Detroit-bound flight under federal investigation, remains in custody
A federal court hearing is scheduled for Friday in Iowa for a man accused of causing a disturbance on a Detroit-bound SkyWest flight. The captain of the July 17 flight from Omaha to Detroit called for an emergency landing in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, after getting reports from the flight attendants that a passenger was causing a disturbance and attempting to open an emergency exit, according to a report that an FBI special agent filed with the court. The FBI report says "there is probable cause" to believe he committed "interference with flight crew members and attendants." Mario Nikprelaj has been summoned for a preliminary hearing and detection hearing on Friday in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Iowa in Cedar Rapids in this investigation, court records show. SkyWest was operating as a Delta connection for Flight 3612, which took off in Omaha, Nebraska, with the intention of landing in Detroit. A passenger who boarded with no checked-in or on-board luggage, with a one-way ticket to Detroit, became unruly shortly before departure, the FBI report said. The two flight attendants were able to control the situation, but during the initial stage of the flight, he left his seat and made a crude gesture to the flight attendants. He did return to his seat at the time, and the flight attendants informed the captain about the behavior. Then, about 20 miles away from Cedar Rapids, the FBI report said, one of the flight attendants informed the captain that the unruly passenger was attempting to open an exit door and was fighting with other passengers. In response, the captain notified Eastern Iowa Airport in Cedar Rapids that he was diverting to their airport for an emergency landing. The captain made an announcement to the passengers that they were to remain in their seats, but any passengers who were willing and able to assist the flight attendants in handling the unruly person should do so. Three passengers then came to the direct assistance of the flight attendants. After the aircraft landed, the suspect was lodged a the Linn County Jail in Iowa. Local charges were filed in the aftermath, but have since been dismissed, with the case now in federal court. The FBI, Cedar Rapids Police Department and Eastern Iowa Airport Department of Public Safety were among those involved in the investigation, including interviews with the other passengers. "SkyWest has zero tolerance for unruly behavior as safety for our customers and crew is our top priority," the airline said in a statement.
Yahoo
22-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Iowa football edge rusher among Big Ten's best primed for strong 2025 season
It all starts up front in the Big Ten, and for the Iowa Hawkeyes, that means leaning on their stout defensive line. The group is loaded with veteran experience and proven talent, which could very well prove to be the strength of the entire roster in 2025. The collection of Aaron Graves, Max Llewellyn, and Ethan Hurkett is a trio that leads the way with experience and a history of wreaking havoc on Big Ten opponents. Ethan Hurkett, the fifth-year edge rusher for Iowa, chose to return to the Hawkeyes and could be a vital piece of the pass rush. His success so far, which is ready to take the next step in 2025, has him as one of Pro Football Focus' top returning Big Ten edge rushers. Another Iowa recruiting special, Ethan Hurkett was a three-star recruit in the class of 2020. The Cedar Rapids native and product of Xavier High School was rated the No. 8 player in Iowa, the No. 36 inside linebacker, and the No. 836 overall recruit in his class, per 247Sports. Iowa moved him to an edge rusher, and the rest is history with his development. In four seasons, Hurkett has appeared in 42 games, tallying 127 total tackles, 21 tackles for loss, 7.5 sacks, and three forced fumbles. Contact/Follow us @HawkeyesWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Iowa news, notes and opinions. Follow Riley on X: @rileydonald7 This article originally appeared on Hawkeyes Wire: Iowa football edge rusher stamped as one of the best in the Big Ten
National Post
19-07-2025
- General
- National Post
Plane makes an emergency landing after passenger fights with a flight attendant, tries to open exit door midair: authorities
Article content CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (AP) — A regional airline flight heading to Detroit had to make an emergency landing in eastern Iowa after a passenger fought with a flight attendant and tried to open an exit door midair, according to the pilot's communication with air traffic controllers. Article content The pilot of the SkyWest Airlines Flight 3612 contacted the tower at Eastern Iowa Airport in Cedar Rapids shortly after 6 p.m. Thursday requesting to land because of a passenger causing a disturbance. Article content Article content 'He's in a fight with our flight attendant right now, trying to open the emergency exit,' the pilot said, according to audio captured by LiveATC. Article content Article content The disturbance happened shortly after the SkyWest flight departed from Omaha, Nebraska, around 5:30 p.m. Thursday, according to police. The flight was diverted to and landed safely at the Cedar Rapids airport, according to a statement from the Federal Aviation Administration. Article content The flight was able to travel on to Detroit later Thursday night, according to a statement issued by SkyWest Airlines, a Utah-based regional carrier that operates flights for major airlines like United, Delta, American and Alaska Airlines. Article content
CTV News
18-07-2025
- CTV News
Authorities say airline passenger fought a flight attendant and tried to open exit door midair
A Southwest Airlines passenger waits to check in for his flight at the Des Moines International Airport in Des Moines, Iowa on April 18, 2023. (Charlie Neibergall / AP Photo) CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — A regional airline flight heading to Detroit had to make an emergency landing in eastern Iowa after a passenger fought with a flight attendant and tried to open an exit door midair, according to the pilot's communication with air traffic controllers. The pilot of the SkyWest Airlines Flight 3612 contacted the tower at Eastern Iowa Airport in Cedar Rapids shortly after 6 p.m. Thursday requesting to land because of a passenger causing a disturbance. 'He's in a fight with our flight attendant right now, trying to open the emergency exit,' the pilot said, according to audio captured by LiveATC. The disturbance happened shortly after the SkyWest flight departed from Omaha, Neb., around 5:30 p.m. Thursday, according to police. The flight was diverted to and landed safely at the Cedar Rapids airport, according to a statement from the Federal Aviation Administration. Once on the ground, local police boarded and arrested the 23-year-old Omaha man, Cedar Rapids police said. The flight was able to travel on to Detroit later Thursday night, according to a statement issued by SkyWest Airlines, a Utah-based regional carrier that operates flights for major airlines like United, Delta, American and Alaska Airlines. 'SkyWest has zero tolerance for unruly behavior as safety for our customers and crew is our top priority,' the statement read.
Washington Post
18-07-2025
- General
- Washington Post
Authorities say airline passenger fought a flight attendant and tried to open exit door midair
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — A regional airline flight heading to Detroit had to make an emergency landing in eastern Iowa after a passenger fought with a flight attendant and tried to open an exit door midair, according to the pilot's communication with air traffic controllers. The pilot of the SkyWest Airlines Flight 3612 contacted the tower at Eastern Iowa Airport in Cedar Rapids shortly after 6 p.m. Thursday requesting to land because of a passenger causing a disturbance.
