Man Successfully Flies from Denmark to Los Angeles Without Passport or Ticket, Raises Security Concerns

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A man from Denmark arrived in Los Angeles without a passport or plane ticket and is now facing criminal charges. The man, Sergey Ochigava, had Russian and Israeli identification but it is unclear what his nationality is. He aroused suspicion after changing seats multiple times during the flight and attempting to eat chocolate that belonged to the cabin crew. Customs officers realized he was a stowaway after he couldn't be located in the flight records. Ochigava claimed to have no memory of how he got on the plane or through airport security. If convicted, he could face up to five years in prison.
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