Richmond police are investigating a possible threat reported on a Flair flight from Edmonton to YVR last night.
According to Richmond RCMP‘s release, frontline officers from the YVR detachment responded to a report of a possible threat against someone on Flair Flight 2799 shortly before midnight.
“An individual on this flight received electronic communications on their mobile device of a possible threat and promptly advised the proper authorities,” said Cpl. Dennis Hwang, Richmond RCMP spokesperson.
A statement from YVR confirmed that a “security incident” took place on the flight, which arrived at 11:44 p.m. The plane was held on the taxiway until approximately 1 a.m. when it was cleared to the gate. Passengers were held until approximately 2:15 a.m. before they were cleared to leave the plane.
“Threats or perceived threats, in any form, will be fully investigated. The safety of the flight crew, passengers, and the public will always be of paramount concern for us,” said Hwang.
The investigation is active and ongoing.
