A 27-year-old woman was arrested in flagrante delicto at the Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport in Maceió, Alagoas, on Friday, May 8th. She was caught attempting to board a flight to São Paulo using a boarding pass issued under the name of a flight attendant.
The arrest was made after the airport's Tourist Protection Police Station (DPTUR) received a tip-off from the airline about a possible irregular boarding attempt. The woman was approached at the boarding gate as she presented the fraudulent ticket for verification.
According to the police investigation, the ticket used in the scheme was purchased for a remarkably low price of R$22.45. The suspect, identified as a resident of União dos Palmares, now faces charges related to the impersonation and attempted fraud.
The case highlights ongoing security measures at Brazilian airports to prevent identity fraud and unauthorized travel. Airport authorities and airlines continue to work together to identify and apprehend individuals attempting to bypass standard ticketing and identification procedures.
The quick response from the airline and the airport's security team prevented the suspect from boarding the aircraft. The investigation is ongoing to determine if the woman was acting alone or as part of a larger network involved in similar fraudulent activities.
This incident serves as a reminder of the legal consequences of attempting to use fraudulent documents for air travel. Brazilian law enforcement agencies remain vigilant in protecting the integrity of the national aviation system.
Based on reporting from g1.