NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 10, 2026Miami-Dade
Federal authorities arrest Avianca crew member for gold smuggling at Miami International Airport
A crew member for the Colombian airline Avianca was arrested at Miami International Airport on federal charges related to the smuggling of gold. The individual was taken into custody immediately upon arrival.
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This incident involves a federal criminal charge regarding international operations occurring through a major local transportation hub.
Key Facts
- A crew member of the Colombian airline Avianca was arrested at Miami International Airport.
- The individual faces a federal charge for gold smuggling.
- The arrest was conducted by federal authorities upon the crew member's arrival in Miami.
Who's Mentioned
locationSouth Florida“The jurisdiction where the federal charge is being processed.”organizationAvianca“Colombian airline employing the suspect”locationFederal Detention Center“Current place of detention for the suspect”organizationLocal 10 News“News outlet that obtained the criminal complaint”personLeandro“Individual alleged to have provided the gold in Colombia”personLalo“Individual intended to receive the gold in the U.S.”personJhon Alexander Herrera Giraldo“Avianca crew member arrested for smuggling”locationMiami International Airport“Site of the arrest”