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Volaris Flight Diverts to Monterrey After Onboard Disturbance, Passenger Detained

Officials reported no bomb or firearm threat.

Overview

  • Flight VOI3382 from Tijuana to Veracruz diverted to Monterrey due to a passenger who ignored safety instructions and threatened others.
  • Fellow travelers and crew restrained the individual in flight, and federal and state authorities, including the National Guard, detained him after landing on an auxiliary runway.
  • The captain reported that passengers, crew, and the aircraft were never in danger.
  • Airport operator OMA said emergency procedures were activated to receive the flight and that operations at Monterrey continued normally, rejecting rumors of a closure.
  • Volaris said all aboard are well, it is arranging onward travel for customers, and the detained passenger may face federal charges.