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Panic in Split: Passenger arrested for saying there was a bomb on the plane
Croatia🏛️ PoliticsCenter6 hr. ago

Panic in Split: Passenger arrested for saying there was a bomb on the plane

A 75-year-old passenger was detained at Split airport on Monday after he told airline staff during pre-flight preparations that there was a bomb on the plane. The incident occurred around 15:25 local time aboard an Air Serbia flight bound for Belgrade. According to Mate Melvan, head of the airport reception and dispatch service, all 157 passengers and six crew members were evacuated from the aircraft. Police and security personnel are currently questioning all passengers and conducting a detailed inspection of the plane and luggage. The incident was first reported by the newspaper 'Novi list'.

A 75-year-old passenger was detained at Split airport on Monday after allegedly telling flight crew there was a bomb on board before the plane was due to take off for Belgrade. According to police, the man made the claim around 15:25 local time, prompting an evacuation of the aircraft. The Airbus A319 operated by Air Serbia had 157 passengers and six crew members onboard. Police confirmed the incident occurred at Split’s main international airport, with the flight originally scheduled for departure at 15:20. The man initially claimed there was a bomb on the plane, but later admitted he was joking. However, the situation led to a full security check of the aircraft and its luggage. Officials stated that all passengers were evacuated following the initial report. A spokesperson for the airport services department, Mate Melvan, noted that the police and security personnel interviewed all passengers and conducted a thorough inspection of the plane. Eyewitness accounts suggest the man was removed from the aircraft by police shortly after the incident. Vinko Paić, one of the passengers, described how the man was taken outside while the evacuation process began. He said it took several minutes for the police to remove the individual from the plane. During this time, some passengers reportedly left the cabin out of fear. Security forces entered the aircraft through the boarding gate, with officers both in uniform and civilian clothes present. The pilot announced over the intercom that everyone should evacuate due to a safety inspection. The incident has prompted heightened security measures at the airport, though no further details have been released regarding the man's identity or his exact statements.

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Novi list logoNovi listIndependentCenter6 hr. ago
Panic in Split: Passenger arrested for saying there was a bomb on the plane

A 75-year-old passenger was detained at Split airport on Monday after he told airline staff during pre-flight preparations that there was a bomb on the plane. The incident occurred around 15:25 local time aboard an Air Serbia flight bound for Belgrade. According to Mate Melvan, head of the airport reception and dispatch service, all 157 passengers and six crew members were evacuated from the aircraft. Police and security personnel are currently questioning all passengers and conducting a detailed inspection of the plane and luggage. The incident was first reported by the newspaper 'Novi list'.

Bias read (Center): The article presents the event in a neutral tone, focusing on the factual details of the incident without overtly criticizing or praising any political entity. It reports the actions of the authorities and the outcome without apparent ideological slant.

Net.hr logoNet.hrIndependentProgressive6 hr. ago
A passenger from an evacuated plane in Split revealed the details: 'Police officers took this gentleman outside'

A passenger who was removed from an evacuated airplane at Split airport described the incident, stating that police took him out of the plane. According to the account by Vinko Paić, the time between his removal and the start of the evacuation lasted several minutes.

Bias read (Progressive): The article focuses on a situation involving law enforcement and emergency procedures, which can be interpreted through a left-leaning lens due to potential emphasis on accountability or transparency in such incidents. The framing suggests a concern over the handling of the situation by authorities,

N1 Hrvatska logoN1 HrvatskaIndependentCenter7 hr. ago
Due to a bomb threat, passengers on a flight to Belgrade have been evacuated.

A group of passengers aboard a flight heading to Belgrade were evacuated at Split airport due to concerns about a suspected bomb onboard. The police were alerted to the situation and responded to investigate the threat.

Bias read (Center): The article reports on a security incident involving a potential bomb threat during a flight, which is a matter of public safety and law enforcement. There is no evident ideological framing or emphasis on specific political groups. The focus remains on the event itself and the authorities' response,

Jutarnji list logoJutarnji listIndependentCenter7 hr. ago
Drama in Split, the police boarded a plane to Belgrade, all passengers evacuated, the flight attendant was the first to discover the reason!

In Split, Croatia, a dramatic situation unfolded at the airport as an Air Serbia flight bound for Belgrade was evacuated due to reports of a bomb. According to Slobodna Dalmacija, a 75-year-old passenger was detained in the aircraft before takeoff around 15:25. The incident led to the evacuation of all passengers, with the stewardess being the first to discover the cause. Authorities confirmed the presence of a suspicious object, prompting emergency protocols.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual account of a security incident without overtly emphasizing political implications. It focuses on the event itself, including the involvement of law enforcement and the immediate consequences, without taking a clear ideological stance. The framing remains neutral, adher

Slobodna Dalmacija logoSlobodna DalmacijaIndependentCenter7 hr. ago
Drama at Split Airport; plane evacuated, 75-year-old man arrested; incredible what he said

A dramatic situation unfolded at Split Airport when a flight operated by Air Serbia was evacuated due to a bomb threat. The aircraft, which was scheduled to depart for Belgrade at 15:20, was evacuated around 15:25 after authorities received reports of a potential explosive device. A 75-year-old passenger was detained during the incident. The situation highlights the security protocols in place at airports and the immediate actions taken to ensure passenger safety.

Bias read (Center): The article reports on a security incident at an airport, focusing on the evacuation and detention of a suspect. There is no evident ideological framing, biased language, or emphasis on political figures or policies. The event is presented factually without apparent slant.

Slobodna Dalmacija logoSlobodna DalmacijaIndependentCenter7 hr. ago
Drama at Split Airport; plane evacuated, 75-year-old man arrested; incredible what he said

A drama unfolded at Split airport where an Air Serbia flight bound for Belgrade was evacuated due to a report of a bomb. The incident occurred around 15:20, and a 75-year-old passenger was detained. The article highlights the unusual circumstances surrounding the event but does not provide further details.

Bias read (Center): The article reports on a security-related incident at an airport, which involves potential threats and law enforcement actions. While the situation has political implications due to its nature involving national security and public safety, the article presents the facts without overtly favoring any側

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