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Massachusetts Port Authority unveils the country’s first remote TSA checkpoint at Boston Logan (Framingham site), letting passengers bypass the departures terminal and security lanes. Service starts June 1 with secure bus transport to Delta and JetBlue gates, and the program could expand if successful to ease congestion and speed travelers through the airport.
Mummified monkey remains, initially claimed to be dried fish, were discovered in a traveler's luggage at Boston Logan International Airport. The remains, including heads, belonged to four monkeys and were found during a security screening after the traveler returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection stated that the bushmeat, which can carry germs including the Ebola virus, was marked for destruction by the Centers for Disease Control due to health concerns. This incident is part of a trend of airport agents encountering prohibited meats, such as charred bat and rat meat, being brought into the U.S.
Two JetBlue planes collided on the tarmac at Boston’s Logan International Airport, with Flight 777’s left winglet striking the right horizontal stabilizer of Flight 551 while on the deicing pad, causing travel disruptions for passengers. No injuries were reported, and the Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the incident.
Kevin Kangethe, a Massachusetts man, is wanted for murder after the body of Margaret Mbitu was found in a vehicle at Boston Logan International Airport. Kangethe allegedly fled to Kenya after purchasing airline tickets and was captured on surveillance video leaving the parking garage and checking into his flight. Authorities are working with Kenyan authorities to locate him. The victim had slash wounds on her face and neck, and a puncture wound on her side. Kangethe and Mbitu knew each other, and the murder is believed to be a targeted act. Mbitu worked at a nonprofit organization, and her death has left her colleagues devastated.
A missing woman, Margaret Mbitu, was found dead in a vehicle at Boston Logan International Airport, and authorities have identified Kevin Kangethe as the suspect in her murder. The pair reportedly knew each other, and police believe the homicide was not a random act. Kangethe has since boarded a plane to Kenya, and Massachusetts State Police are working with Kenyan authorities to locate him. There is no threat to the public or airport travelers, and the investigation is ongoing.
A United Airlines flight was instructed to abort its landing at Boston Logan International Airport due to another plane still on the runway. The incident occurred when United Airlines Flight 2267, traveling from Chicago's O'Hare International, was 200 feet off the ground. Passengers reported being pushed back into their seats as the plane rapidly pulled up. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the event, while experts assure that the go-around procedure is a safe and routine maneuver performed to prevent unsafe conditions.
New England Patriots cornerback Jack Jones pleaded not guilty to multiple firearms-related charges after two loaded pistols were found in his carry-on bag at Boston Logan International Airport. Jones was charged with possession of a concealed weapon, possession of ammunition without a firearm identification card, unlawful possession of a firearm, carrying a loaded firearm, and possession of a large-capacity feeding device. Jones' attorney claims that the charges are an example of institutional racism. If convicted, Jones could face up to 30 years in prison.
A United Airlines plane clipped the tail of a Delta Air Lines plane on the ground at Boston Logan International Airport, causing a delay for both flights. No injuries were reported, and it is unclear how much damage the planes sustained. The incident is being investigated by the Federal Aviation Administration, which has expressed concern over potential near-disasters at airports earlier this year.
A United Airlines flight clipped the tail of a parked Delta plane at Boston Logan International Airport, causing both planes to shake and startling passengers. No injuries were reported, and both sets of passengers were deplaned and rebooked on other flights. The cause of the collision is still unclear.
The wing of a United Airlines flight clipped the tail of a Delta plane at Boston Logan International Airport, causing no injuries. Passengers on the Delta flight reported feeling the plane rock back and forth before noticing emergency vehicles outside. Both airlines apologized for the delays caused by the incident and are working to rebook affected customers.
New England Patriots cornerback Jack Jones was arrested at Boston Logan International Airport after two loaded firearms and ammunition were found in his carry-on luggage during routine X-ray screening by TSA officers. Jones was charged with multiple offenses related to possession of firearms and ammunition without proper identification. His bail was set at $50,000, which was later lowered to $30,000, and he is scheduled to be arraigned in court next week. The Patriots confirmed the arrest and stated they are gathering more information.
New England Patriots cornerback Jack Jones was arrested at Boston Logan International Airport for attempting to bring two firearms in his carry-on luggage. Jones is being charged with multiple counts related to the possession of firearms and ammunition. The Patriots have released a statement saying they are gathering more information and will not comment further at this time. Jones was set to enter his second NFL season after being selected in the fourth round of the 2022 NFL Draft.
Delta Flight 134 from Detroit to Amsterdam was diverted to Boston Logan International Airport due to an unruly passenger on board. The passenger was taken off the flight by law enforcement. Delta apologized for the delay and stated that they have zero tolerance for unruly behavior on their aircraft. The flight resumed its trip to Amsterdam, arriving more than three hours late.
A traveler was arrested at Boston Logan International Airport for carrying a "vampire straw" in his carry-on luggage, which can be used as a weapon. The man was charged with carrying a dangerous weapon and the straw was confiscated by Massachusetts State Police. Vampire straws are illegal to carry in Massachusetts, although they may be permitted in checked luggage in some states. The straw, made by Szabo Inc., is advertised as a self-defense weapon and is designed to be used like a dagger.
Massachusetts State Police arrested a passenger at Boston Logan International Airport for carrying a "vampire straw," which is described as a self-defense tool and a normal straw that can be used for drinking. The passenger was arrested on a state-level charge and the item was confiscated by the police.