ROMULUS, Mich. A vehicle drove into the Delta Air Lines check in area inside the McNamara Terminal at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in Romulus, Michigan, authorities confirmed late Saturday.
According to preliminary reports and witness accounts, a Mercedes Benz crashed through the terminal entrance and came to a stop inside the Delta ticketing lobby. Video shared on social media shows the vehicle inside the terminal near passenger check in counters.
Officials have not yet released a motive for the incident. Witnesses reported hearing a loud crash as the vehicle broke through barriers while airport employees and travelers were nearby. Some witnesses stated the driver exited the vehicle shortly after the crash and was taken into custody by airport police without further incident.
Emergency responders arrived quickly and secured the area. Several people were evaluated at the scene for minor injuries. Authorities said no serious injuries or fatalities have been confirmed.
The Wayne County Airport Authority Police Department is leading the investigation. Officials stated that more details will be released as the investigation continues.
Despite the incident, airport operations were not fully shut down. Travelers experienced delays and disruptions near the affected check in area as crews worked to clear debris and assess damage.
Airport officials said security and access procedures will be reviewed following the crash to determine how the vehicle was able to enter the terminal area.
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