In a significant law enforcement action, Jeremy Gudorf, a 33-year-old pilot for JetBlue Airways, was arrested at Boston Logan International Airport on February 20, 2025, just before he was scheduled to operate a flight to Paris.

The arrest was executed by the Massachusetts State Police following the discovery of an active warrant from Huntersville, North Carolina, charging Gudorf with second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor.

Discovery of the Warrant

The sequence of events leading to the arrest began when U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) conducted a routine review of the flight manifest for the Boston-to-Paris route.

During this standard procedure, CBP officials identified an active warrant for a member of the flight crew. Upon this discovery, CBP promptly notified the Massachusetts State Police, who then apprehended Gudorf on the aircraft prior to departure.

Details of the Charges

The warrant from North Carolina stems from an investigation initiated by the Huntersville Police Department in October 2024.

The investigation was triggered by a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, indicating potential involvement in the exploitation of minors.

Subsequent investigative efforts led to the identification of Gudorf as the suspect, resulting in the issuance of the arrest warrant.

Judicial Proceedings

Following his arrest, Gudorf was arraigned in East Boston District Court on February 21, 2025, facing charges as a fugitive from justice.

During the arraignment, prosecutors requested that Gudorf be held without bail and that his passport be surrendered to prevent any potential flight risk.

However, the presiding judge set bail at $10,000 and did not require the surrender of his passport. Gudorf was ordered to return to North Carolina by February 25, 2025, to address the charges.

JetBlue’s Response

In response to the arrest, JetBlue Airways issued a statement acknowledging the situation: “We are aware of and closely reviewing the arrest of one of our pilots upon reporting for work at Boston’s Logan Airport Thursday evening due to an outstanding warrant.”

The airline has placed Gudorf on indefinite leave pending the outcome of the legal proceedings.

Ongoing Investigation

The case remains under active investigation by the Huntersville Police Department, with assistance from federal and state agencies.

Authorities are working to gather additional evidence and ensure a thorough legal process.

Further details regarding the nature of the charges and the evidence collected have not been publicly disclosed to protect the integrity of the investigation and the privacy of any potential victims.

This incident underscores the critical importance of interagency collaboration and routine security protocols in identifying and apprehending individuals wanted for serious offenses, thereby ensuring the safety and security of the public.

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