Man Arrested for Alleged Bomb Threat on United Airlines Flight

A man from Honduras, twice deported from the United States, has been arrested for allegedly making a bomb threat during a flight. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed the arrest. The incident occurred on a United Airlines flight from Newark, New Jersey, to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport on November 9.

Rony Alexander Gomez-Alberto is accused of attempting to enter the cockpit during the flight. According to DHS, he has previously been deported twice. Despite this history, he was released a third time by a judge and was pending removal proceedings.

The DHS shared in a statement that under the current administration, individuals who engage in such criminal activities are not welcome in the country. The statement highlighted the commitment to ensuring safety and security in air travel.

United Airlines reported that the flight landed safely despite the disruptive passenger incident. Law enforcement officials were present at the airport upon the aircraft’s arrival to address the situation.

Efforts to reach the DHS for further comments have been made, but no response was available outside regular working hours.

This situation remains active, and additional updates will follow as more information becomes available.