Particle.news

Download on the App Store

Apple Watch Leads to Arrest of Airport Employee in Luggage Theft Case

A passenger used her Apple Watch to locate her stolen luggage after Spirit Airlines failed to recover it, resulting in the arrest of an airport retail worker.

  • Paola Garcia tracked her stolen luggage to a nearby house using her Apple Watch's location signal.
  • The suspect, Junior Bazile, was identified through security footage and later arrested for grand theft.
  • Garcia's luggage contained valuable items, including a MacBook and jewelry, which were not recovered.
  • Spirit Airlines issued a reimbursement but denied any employee involvement in the theft.
  • Garcia suspects a larger theft ring operating within the airport is responsible.
Hero image