A pilot was arrested from the cockpit immediately after landing a Delta Airlines flight in San Francisco on July 26, wanted on suspicion of child sex abuse.
The arrest was made with assistance from Homeland Security Investigations, which helped the detectives get access to the airport and plane for the surprise raid.
The suspect has been identified as Rustom Bhagwagar, a resident of Florida. He is charged with five counts of sex abuse with a child under 10 and is being held in the Martinez Detention Facility in Martinez, California, with bail set at $5 million.
An official with the Department of Homeland Security said Monday that local authorities led the investigation and arrest operation. The Epoch Times has contacted the Department of Homeland Security for further comment.
Delta said in an emailed statement that it is cooperating with law enforcement and that the pilot has been suspended pending an investigation.
“Delta has zero tolerance for unlawful conduct and will fully cooperate with law enforcement, “ the company said.
The Contra Costa County Office said the investigation started in April and is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact its Investigation Division at 925-313-2600 or leave an anonymous voice message at 866-846-3592. Those with tips are asked to email: [email protected].
