Rony Alexander Gomez-Alberto, a 34-year-old Honduran national, was detained by ICE after allegedly trying to storm the cockpit of a United Airlines flight on November 11, 2026. The flight, which was traveling from Newark to New Orleans, prompted a 'Level 4' hijacking alert. Gomez-Alberto has a prior criminal history, including illegal entry into the U.S. and a felony bomb threat. He is currently being held in Louisiana without bond on charges related to making false threats.
Key facts
- Rony Alexander Gomez-Alberto is 34 years old.
- The incident occurred on November 11, 2026.
- The flight was from Newark, New Jersey, to New Orleans.
- Gomez-Alberto has been arrested three times for illegal entry.
- He is being held without bond in Louisiana.
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