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Cartersville police captain talks about foiled Altana airport shooting

CARTERSVILLE, Ga. - Cartersville police are crediting teamwork and fast-moving communication for stopping a planned shooting at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Atlanta police found 49-year-old Billy Cagle at the airport within about 20 minutes and took him into federal custody.

An apparent thwarted attack at the world’s busiest airport highlights ongoing security risks

Moments after receiving a report of a man who threatened to shoot up the world’s busiest airport while livestreaming, Atlanta Police Officer Myesha Banks spotted a man matching his description in the crowd.

Man who threatened to open fire at Hartsfield-Jackson made FaceTime calls on his way to airport

Federal agents have taken over the custody of Billy Joe Cagle, the man accused of threatening a mass shooting at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

More than 160 pounds of ketamine seized from travelers arriving at the Atlanta airport, officials say

Officers at the Atlanta airport say they seized more than 160 pounds of ketamine from travelers in just two days.
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