A Delta passenger faces charges after allegedly stealing an airport tug and crashing it at John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana, California. The incident occurred on Tuesday and briefly disrupted operations at the facility.
Authorities say the man went onto the tarmac before taking the vehicle. The tug is typically used to move aircraft and baggage on the airfield.
The crash prompted a temporary halt to some airport activity. Officials did not report any injuries related to the episode.
Law enforcement took the man into custody following the incident. His identity and the specific charges have not been released.
The motive behind the theft remains under investigation. It is unclear how the passenger accessed the restricted tarmac area.
Airport operations resumed shortly after the disruption. Officials confirmed that flights were not significantly affected.
Delta Air Lines has not issued a public statement on the matter. The airline is cooperating with local authorities.
