United flight returns to Las Vegas over hijacking threat: ‘The flight attendant saw him texting’

United Flight 1681 returned to Las Vegas on October 24 after a flight attendant reported a passenger texting about hijacking the aircraft. The plane landed safely, and passengers were rebooked for the following morning; one report said a 25-year-old man was arrested.

• The Boeing 737 flight was carrying 150 passengers and six crew members from Las Vegas to Newark when it turned back.· 2 sources
• The Hindustan Times reported that the aircraft was inspected after landing and no threats were found aboard.· 1 source
• The Daily Wire reported that police arrested 25-year-old Dante Milne on charges related to threats or false information concerning terrorism; it said the FAA investigation remained ongoing.· 1 source