Overview

• The April 25 Wizz Air flight from London Luton to Tirana was delayed for 88 minutes after cabin crew alleged a passenger had stolen a security guard’s phone.
• Crew reviewed CCTV footage and made multiple announcements urging the alleged culprit to come forward, claiming the phone was onboard.
• Bedfordshire Police boarded the plane to assist in the investigation, but no phone was found, and the crew ultimately confirmed it was not on the aircraft.
• Passengers cheered in relief when the flight was finally cleared for departure after the prolonged delay.
• Wizz Air issued a statement emphasizing safety and security as its top priorities and thanked passengers for their patience during the incident.