Summary

A passenger on a Volaris flight in Mexico attempted to hijack the plane to the US, citing threats to a kidnapped relative if he continued to Tijuana.

The crew subdued the man, identified only as Mario, and diverted the Airbus A320 to Guadalajara, where he was handed over to authorities.

No injuries were reported, and passengers resumed their journey to Tijuana. Volaris and Mexico’s civilian protection agency condemned the act, calling for legal action.

The incident highlights ongoing security concerns in cartel-affected regions like Guanajuato.