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Southwest Airlines Plane Hit by Bullet at Dallas Airport

A Southwest flight to Indianapolis was canceled after being struck by gunfire, prompting an investigation by Dallas police.

  • Southwest Airlines Flight 2494 was preparing to depart from Dallas Love Field Airport when it was struck by a bullet near the cockpit.
  • The incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. local time, leading to the flight's cancellation and the return of the plane to the gate.
  • No injuries were reported among the 99 passengers onboard, and they were accommodated on other flights.
  • Law enforcement, including Dallas police, is investigating the source of the gunfire, with no suspects identified at this time.
  • The incident follows recent gunfire events involving U.S. airlines in Haiti, leading to FAA flight restrictions to the region.
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