Passenger Arrested for Assaulting Flight Attendant Mid-Flight
Passenger Assaults Flight Attendant
A passenger is potentially facing a maximum of 20 years in federal prison after allegedly attempting to choke a flight attendant during a Frontier Airlines flight.
Details of the Incident
The passenger, identified by the Department of Justice as 30-year old Charles Angel Salva, was on a Frontier Airlines flight from John Wayne Airport (SNA) in Santa Ana to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) on September 9, 2024.
- Flight attendants noticed oxygen masks deployed shortly after takeoff.
- Upon investigation, it was found Salva had his hand in the overhead compartment.
- Another passenger reported Salva seemed desperate to exit the plane.
- Salva reportedly yelled threats, alarming other passengers.
Flight Safety Compromised
After Salva attempted to choke one flight attendant, he pushed another and threatened, "I will kill everybody." Passengers helped restrain Salva using a seatbelt until the aircraft was diverted and landed safely at Ontario International Airport (ONT).
Legal Consequences
According to the DOJ, if convicted, Salva will face a statutory maximum sentence of 20 years in federal prison. Investigations are ongoing by the FBI and the Ontario Police Department.
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