NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolAugust 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 gold smuggling. The individual was taken into custody upon arrival in South Florida.
Read the full story at WPLG Local 10 – EspañolWhy It Matters
This incident involves federal criminal charges regarding the illegal transport of precious metals through a major international transit hub in Miami.
Key Facts
- A crew member of the Colombian airline Avianca was arrested at Miami International Airport.
- The individual faces a federal charge related to gold smuggling.
- The arrest was conducted by federal authorities upon the crew member's arrival in South Florida.
Who's Mentioned
locationSouth Florida“The region where the federal charges were filed.”organizationAvianca“Colombian airline employing the suspect”organizationLocal 10 News“News outlet that obtained the criminal complaint”personLeandro“Individual alleged to have provided the gold in Colombia”other240“Weight of the gold chain in grams”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”other40“Age of the suspect”