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legalcrime2 years ago

"Legal Troubles for Indian-Origin Man Over Plane Bomb Joke"

Aditya Verma, a British man of Indian origin, is facing trial in Spain for causing public disorder after joking about blowing up a plane in a Snapchat message. The message, sent before departing Gatwick airport, led to Spanish Air Force jets being deployed to flank the aircraft. Verma claims it was a private joke and not meant to cause harm, but could face substantial expenses if found guilty. While not facing terrorism charges, he may be fined up to 22,500 Euros and asked to reimburse 95,000 Euros in expenses.

crime-and-punishment2 years ago

Teen Faces Enormous Fine for Bomb Joke That Prompted Fighter Jet Response

18-year-old Aditya Verma sent a joking message on Snapchat about blowing up a plane while at London’s Gatwick Airport, leading to his arrest in Spain and an investigation by British intelligence services. The message, intercepted by security services, prompted the scrambling of two F-18 fighter jets to escort the plane. Although authorities determined he was not a national security threat, Verma faces a hefty fine from the Spanish government for causing public disorder, potentially reaching $120,000.