Belize City, Belize - A tense situation unfolded at the Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport on Friday when a U.S. man hijacked a small aircraft. According to airport officials, the man gained control of the plane and subsequently stabbed two passengers and the pilot. The motive for the hijacking remains under investigation.
Responding to the emergency, security personnel engaged the hijacker. The situation escalated, resulting in the suspect being fatally shot. The injured passengers and pilot received immediate medical attention and are currently being treated for their wounds.
Authorities are working to determine the identity of the hijacker and the reasons behind his actions. The incident caused significant disruption at the airport, but operations have since resumed. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses. The U.S. embassy has been notified and is cooperating with local authorities.
US Man Hijacks Plane in Belize, Stabs Three Before Being Killed
A U.S. citizen hijacked a small plane at Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport in Belize on Friday. During the incident, the hijacker stabbed two passengers and the pilot. Security forces responded and fatally shot the suspect. Authorities are investigating the motive behind the hijacking and providing support to the victims.