Fetus discovered by crew on plane at NYC's LaGuardia Airport, sources say

Tuesday, August 7, 2018
EAST ELMHURST, Queens (WPVI) -- A fetus was discovered on an American Airlines flight at New York CIty's LaGuardia Airport, sources tell WABC-TV.

After the flight arrived from Charlotte and passengers deplaned Monday night, the cleaning crew made the discovery in the bathroom Tuesday morning, sources say.
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The plane was being held at Terminal B while the medical examiner's office responded to the scene.

A spokesperson with American Airlines released the following statement:

"As we continue to learn more about this tragic and sensitive situation, we are working actively with law enforcement on the investigation. Please contact law enforcement for additional information."

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