Early Morning Van Crash Sparks Airport Security Scare in Crawley
Police were scrambled at 3.43am on Monday, August 31, after a van smashed into a gate on Bonnetts Lane, Crawley, right on the edge of an aerodrome campus.
Driver Arrested Over Drugs and Criminal Damage
Officers quickly arrested a local man at the scene. He faces multiple charges including criminal damage, trespassing in a restricted aerodrome zone, possession of a Class B drug, and driving with illegal drug levels in his system.
Not a Terror Threat, Airport Operations Unharmed
Despite the drama, police confirm this is not a terrorist incident. The area has been secured and investigations continue.
Gatwick Airport reported zero disruption. Flights and operations ran smoothly, keeping passengers and staff safe and on time.
