Federal agents arrested a Delta Air Lines co-pilot Saturday afternoon moments after his flight landed at San Francisco International Airport, in what authorities confirm is a case involving child sexual abuse material.
The flight had arrived from Minneapolis when multiple federal agents boarded the aircraft, reportedly pushing through first class and into the cockpit. According to eyewitnesses, passengers were instructed to remain seated while Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) officers entered the flight deck and removed the co-pilot in handcuffs.
Delta Air Lines has not publicly identified the crew member and referred all inquiries to law enforcement agencies. In a brief statement to media, the airline said it was cooperating with authorities. Continue reading Delta Co-Pilot Arrested at SFO on Child Pornography Charges
