Overview
- Federal police searched the 58-year-old passenger’s suitcase at Leipzig/Halle Airport and found no explosive device.
- The passenger and his five travel companions were barred from the Egypt-bound flight, and their checked baggage was unloaded.
- Authorities opened criminal investigations for disturbing the public peace by threatening a crime and for feigning a criminal offense.
- An administrative proceeding for public nuisance was initiated as part of the follow-up actions.
- The airport operator and the airline are weighing damage claims linked to the disruption, with any financial impact still undetermined.