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John Wayne Airport Probes Taxiway Car Incident, Suspends Contract Guard

The guard remains under medical observation following a reported medical emergency.

Overview

  • The incident occurred around 1:15 p.m. Monday on a taxiway in Santa Ana, with video showing a white Toyota Camry speeding past aircraft and ground workers.
  • Airport officials identified the driver as a contract security guard assigned to an airfield security checkpoint.
  • Orange County Sheriff's deputies detained the man without incident, and Orange County Fire Authority personnel evaluated him before he was hospitalized.
  • Airport operations continued without disruption and no injuries were reported.
  • The employee was placed on suspension pending a final review, and officials said it was unclear whether he was arrested as the investigation continues.