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Global News
26-05-2025
- Global News
Passenger restrained after trying to open plane exit door mid-flight
A Japanese plane en route to Texas from Tokyo was forced to make an emergency landing in Seattle after a passenger attempted to open the aircraft's doors while in flight. All Nippon Airways (ANA) Flight 114 was diverted about nine hours after taking off on Saturday 'due to an unruly passenger,' the airline said in a statement. The flight landed safely at 4:19 a.m. local time, where Port of Seattle Police and FBI Seattle were standing by. Police informed the media it had been alerted to a male passenger who tried to open the aircraft's doors while it was airborne. The man, who has not been identified, was experiencing a medical crisis and was restrained by the flight crew and other passengers, police said. The man was later transported to a hospital. It is unknown if he will face criminal charges. Story continues below advertisement The airline later reiterated that the safety of its passengers and crew was its 'top priority,' and thanked the efforts of local law enforcement to address the issue in a statement. While on the tarmac at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, a second passenger was removed from the flight for 'unruly behaviour,' police said. The person had apparently become frustrated by the diversion and punched a bathroom door onboard. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy No charges have been filed against the second passenger, the FBI said. According to flight data, the plane arrived at its intended destination of George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, Texas, on Saturday at around 12:40 p.m. local time, about four hours after it was supposed to touch down. Based in Tokyo, All Nippon Airways offers flights between Asia and several U.S. cities, including New York City, Honolulu, Los Angeles and Seattle. Story continues below advertisement The latest incident is not the first involving an unruly passenger on the same route. In 2024, an intoxicated customer on an ANA flight from Tokyo to Seattle reportedly bit a flight attendant on the arm about an hour into the journey. The 55-year-old American passenger was 'heavily drunk' when he 'sunk his teeth' into the female crew member, and airline spokesperson said. Similar incidents have also occurred on other airlines over the past few years. In April, a passenger aboard a Jetstar flight from Bali, Indonesia, tried to open an exit door in the air, forcing the plane to turn around on its way to Melbourne, Australia. The same month, a man aboard a Sydney-bound Air Asia flight from Kuala Lumpur allegedly attempted to open the emergency exit doors twice while mid-flight. Last November, a man attempted to open the plane of an American Airlines flight and was restrained by staff and passengers with duct tape. A year earlier, in November 2023, nine passengers on an Asiana Airlines flight were sent to a hospital with breathing issues after a fellow traveller opened the plane's emergency exit door before landing at an airport in South Korea.
USA Today
26-05-2025
- USA Today
Flight diverted to Seattle after passenger tried to open plane's door, authorities say
Flight diverted to Seattle after passenger tried to open plane's door, authorities say Show Caption Hide Caption Flying is the safest way to travel according to global safety experts Flying is the safest way to travel, according to experts. An All Nippon Airways flight traveling from Tokyo to Houston was diverted to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport after a passenger reportedly tried to open the plane's exit doors mid-flight, authorities said. The plane, travelling from Tokyo Haneda Airport to Houston Intercontinental Airport, was about nine hours into its 12-hour journey when it made the diversion, according to FlightAware. The flight landed safely at 4:19 a.m. local time, where it was met by Port of Seattle Police and the FBI Seattle. "Port of Seattle Police were called due to reports of a passenger who attempted to open exit doors during the flight," said Chris Guizlo, spokesperson for the Port of Seattle. In a statement to USA TODAY, All Nippon Airways confirmed the incident, stating ANA Flight 114 "was diverted in-flight to Seattle due to an unruly passenger." Fellow passengers and crew members had restrained the man while the plane was in the air, according to Amy Alexander, a spokesperson for the FBI Seattle. Upon arrival, Port of Seattle Police gave an assessment and determined he was experiencing a medical crisis. He was then transported to a local hospital by emergency medical services for further treatment, police said. While the plane sat on the tarmac of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, another passenger became "frustrated" at the diversion and punched the bathroom door, according to the airport. The second individual was deplaned for "unruly behavior" and the flight resumed to Houston, landing about four hours after its scheduled arrival time. No charges have been filed against either passenger at this time, the FBI said. "The safety of our passengers and crew are our top priority and we applaud the efforts of local law enforcement for their support," All Nippon Airways said. A Japanese airline based in Tokyo, All Nippon Airways services several U.S. destinations, including Los Angeles, Seattle, Honolulu, and New York, with flights to Asia. In 2024, a highly intoxicated passenger on an All Nippon Airways flight from Tokyo to Seattle reportedly bit a flight attendant in the arm an hour after takeoff, the Japanese airline told The Japan Times. The unidentified passenger was restrained by the flight crew, reported Kyodo News. As of May 18, there have been 597 reports of unruly passengers in 2025 to the Federal Aviation Administration.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Yahoo
WA residents arrested in massive nationwide child sex abuse sting
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Generate Key Takeaways The U.S. Department of Justice has made a nationwide arrest of 205 accused child sexual abuse offenders and rescued 115 children in a coordinated operation. In the Western District of Washington, seven federal cases moved forward with criminal charges, pleas, and/or sentencing of those who target minors for sexual abuse. 'FBI Seattle's Violent Crimes Against Children squad and our partners are hard at work, not only during Child Abuse Prevention Month in April, but also throughout the year,' said W. Mike Herrington, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Seattle field office. 'We are arresting predators, recovering children, and assisting victims through the support of our victim specialists. Just this fiscal year in the Seattle division, we have arrested 122 subjects and identified or located 59 children.' These are the FBI-led child sex abuse cases prosecuted in the Western District of Washington in April 2025: Convicted sex offender Mitchell Francis Dufault, 36, was sentenced April 7, 2025, to ten years in prison and lifetime supervised release. Dufault distributed images of child sexual abuse via an internet platform and communicated with young people about sexually explicit conduct. Dufault has a prior conviction for child molestation. Shante Broady, 37, was arrested April 11, 2025, and charged with sex trafficking through force fraud and coercion and transporting a victim for the purpose of prostitution through coercion and enticement. Broady's alleged sex trafficking involves both adult and juvenile victims. Adam Ronald Ingram, 41, was indicted April 16, 2025, for production of child pornography, enticement of a minor and possession of child pornography. Ingram, a King County resident, communicated with minors in other states and foreign countries to obtain sexually explicit images. Ingram is scheduled for trial in June 2025 and remains detained at FDC SeaTac. Michael L. Gershowitz, 45, a historically registered sex offender, pleaded guilty on April 23, 2025, to possession of images of child sexual abuse. Gershowitz came to the attention of law enforcement when internet service providers reported his username to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) for uploading images of child sexual abuse. Gershowitz is scheduled for sentencing on August 4, 2025. 40-year-old Randy Lee Young was arrested April 24, 2025, following and investigation that revealed he had sexually molested a 13-year-old. Young was identified by law enforcement after he communicated with an undercover officer about having sex with minors. Law enforcement arrested Young when he arrived at a location where he thought the minors would be present. A review of his phone revealed his efforts to entice a 13-year-old for sexual activity. Young filmed the sexual molestation and is now charged with production of child pornography and attempted enticement of a minor. He remains detained at FDC SeaTac. A 54-year-old Kent, Washington resident was indicted April 23, 2025, for possession of images of child sexual abuse. Shaughn P. Lambert was on supervision by Washington State Corrections when his corrections officer found images of child sexual abuse on his phone. A search of Lambert's residence revealed a number of electronic devices that contained images of child sexual abuse. Lambert is scheduled for trial on July 7, 2025, and remains detained at FDC SeaTac. 'Every child deserves to grow up free from fear and exploitation, and the FBI will continue to be relentless in our pursuit of those who exploit the most vulnerable among us,' said FBI Director Kash Patel. 'Operation Restore Justice proves that no predator is out of reach and no child will be forgotten. By leveraging the strength of all our field offices and our federal, state, and local partners, we're sending a clear message: there is no place to hide for those who prey on children.' The operation follows the Department's observance of National Child Abuse Prevention Month in April. The Department urges the public to remain vigilant and report suspected exploitation of a child through the FBI's tipline at 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324), or by calling your local FBI field office.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Yahoo
FBI Investigating 'Malicious Mischief' That Left Tesla Superchargers Damaged
The FBI Seattle launched an investigation after a Tesla supercharger station in Lacey, Washington, was damaged early on Tuesday, April 8. The Lacey Police Department (LPD) said officers were dispatched to a Target in the Sleater Kinney area at 1:34 am after the department received multiple calls reporting a loud noise. Upon arriving, officers 'discovered that the electric vehicle charging station had been damaged.' LPD said its detectives were investigating the incident, described as 'malicious mischief,' in coordination with the FBI Seattle. Footage captured by Michael Young shows the cordoned off supercharging station. Young said there was a large police presence at the scene on Tuesday morning. Credit: Michael Young via Storyful From here on Sleater-Kinney it is a beautiful Washington day here. The liptards have struck again, as you can see, the FBI is conducting an investigation over there. Whole area is taped off. There are many police presence in the cars in the parking lot. Uh, this comes off, uh, 3 weeks ago. They did this in Centralia, started the big thing there, and when King 5. If there's any news on it, they always say, uh. We really don't know the motives behind these attacks, but we do. There's where they blew it up. And then the Democratic uh. Leaders in the news media don't do anything to thwart this kind of behavior at all. They just OK, let it go. I don't know, guys. From here on Sleater-Kinney it is a beautiful Washington day here. The liptards have struck again, as you can see, the FBI is conducting an investigation over there. Whole area is taped off. There are many police presence in cars in the parking lot. Uh, this comes off, uh, 3 weeks ago. They did this in Centralia, started the big thing there, and when King 5. If there's any news on it, they always say, uh. I really don't know the motives behind these attacks, but we do. There's where they blew it up. And the Democratic uh. Leaders in the news media don't do anything to thwart this kind of behavior at all. They just Kind of let it go. I don't know, guys.
