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On August 15, an interesting yet alarming incident occurred on board a Uzbekistan Airways flight from Tashkent to Kuala Lumpur. Several foreign passengers decided to take advantage of the other passengers’ inattentiveness and attempted to steal money and other valuable belongings from them.
Attentive passengers from Uzbekistan noticed the criminals rummaging through their bags, trying to seize their belongings. Upon arrival at Kuala Lumpur International Airport, the flight crew immediately alerted the police.
After the law enforcement officers arrived, a thorough inspection of the aircraft was conducted, during which all the stolen valuables were found. The suspects, who turned out to be foreign nationals, were arrested on the spot and taken into police custody for further investigation.
Uzbekistan Airways noted that, unfortunately, such cases of theft on board aircraft are not unique to them but also occur on other airlines worldwide. This is becoming an increasingly common problem that requires active intervention and prevention.
“Uzbekistan Airways is committed to combating such incidents and is working closely with law enforcement agencies and immigration authorities in destination countries. Passenger profiling is conducted at airports before flights. Information on suspicious individuals is also provided to the crew so that they can monitor them during the flight,” the airline’s press service emphasized.
The airline also reminded its passengers that they are responsible for their carry-on luggage. Valuable items and money should always be kept with you and not left unattended. It is recommended to place your belongings in the overhead bin directly above your seat or under the seat in front of you to minimize the risk of theft.
This incident serves as a reminder to all travelers: the courtesy and trust that prevail in the skies do not always extend to those sitting next to you. Stay vigilant and cautious, especially during flights.
The text has been translated by AI. For more accurate information, please refer to the Russian version of the article.
