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BOSTON -- A passenger on a flight to New Jersey was removed at Logan Airport on Sunday after a caller reported the passenger allegedly made threats related to the flight’s safety, authorities said.
An anonymous caller told a New Jersey police agency that a man aboard Newark-bound Delta Airlines Flight 5770 had allegedly made the concerning threats, according to Massachusetts State Police.
The plane turned back to Boston, where Massport fire officials and state troopers escorted the man off the plane. His two carry-on bags were searched by bomb squad and explosive ordinance-detecting dogs, but no hazards were found.
After the man was removed, the flight continued on its path to New Jersey.
No charges are being sought at this time.
An investigation is ongoing.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.
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