A Delta Airlines co‑pilot was arrested upon arrival in San Francisco on July 26, 2025. Flight 2809 from Minneapolis landed at approximately 9:35 p.m., after which federal agents—about 10 officers including Homeland Security Investigations—stormed the cockpit, handcuffed the co‑pilot, and escorted him off the plane. The arrest is tied to a Contra Costa County investigation, reportedly involving child sexual abuse material, though charges have not been formally confirmed. Delta and prosecutors have declined comment.
On Saturday night, Delta Airlines Flight 2809 landed in San Francisco. Moments later, ten federal agents boarded the plane, stormed the cockpit, and arrested the co‑pilot. The arrest, reportedly linked to an investigation into child sexual abuse materials, has not been publicly confirmed. Delta deferred comment to law enforcement.
The co‑pilot of Delta Flight 2809 was arrested by about 10 federal agents immediately after landing at San Francisco International Airport on July 26, 2025. Passengers described agents “storming” the cockpit. Allegations reportedly relate to an investigation into child sexual abuse material. No official charges or identity have been released.
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