Avianca Crew Member Arrested at Miami Airport for Alleged Gold Smuggling
An Avianca crew member was arrested at Miami International Airport for allegedly smuggling gold. The crew member, who had arrived from Bogota, was found to be wearing a painted silver chain that concealed approximately 240 grams of high-purity gold.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, August 10, 2026 —
An Avianca crew member faces charges after being arrested at Miami International Airport on allegations of smuggling gold. The incident occurred following the crew member’s arrival from Bogota, Colombia.
According to authorities, the individual was found to be in possession of approximately 240 grams of high-purity gold. The gold was reportedly concealed within a painted silver chain worn by the crew member.
Further details regarding the specific airline department or the exact date of the arrest were not immediately available. The investigation is ongoing.
Story summarized from the original created by Chris Gothner on www.local10.com, see more information here.
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