Overview
- Surveillance video released through a public records request shows Leon rushing the main checkpoint on Oct. 30 before passenger Mark Thomas tackled him within seconds.
- Atlanta police identified the suspect as 40-year-old Fabian Leon and charged him with simple battery and avoiding or interfering with security measures, later transferring him to Clayton County custody.
- The TSA said three officers were assaulted during the struggle, while a supervisor reported two agents injured and a traveler suffered an elbow injury.
- Police records say Leon told officers he had consumed alcohol and drugs, and Atlanta Fire/EMS noted he appeared to be coming down from something.
- Investigators notified Homeland Security and the FBI, airport officials reported no disruption to operations, and authorities noted an active probation-violation warrant from the Perry Police Department.