A Mississippi airport staffer who stole a plane and threatened to dive bomb into a Walmart store in September died in federal prison while awaiting trial, authorities said Wednesday.
into a Walmart store in September died in federal prison while awaiting trial, authorities said Wednesday.
“Responding staff immediately initiated life-saving measures,” the bureau said in a statement. “Staff requested emergency medical services … and life-saving efforts continued.” However, the Mississippi man landed the plane safely in a soybean field near Ripley, Mississippi, and was arrested as he stepped out of the aircraft.
He had warned emergency responders of his intention to crash into the Walmart in Tupelo during his flight and urged the 911 operator to ensure the store was evacuated.
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