Accused Drunk Driver Arrested After Driving Onto Daytona Beach Airport Runway

DAYTONA BEACH, FL — A chaotic scene unfolded at Daytona Beach International Airport on Thursday after an accused drunk driver breached airport security, drove directly onto an active runway, and subsequently attempted to gain entry into a locked aircraft.

According to initial reports from local law enforcement, the driver bypassed security checkpoints by crashing their vehicle through a restricted gate. Once on the airfield, the suspect navigated the vehicle along the runway before stopping near a parked airplane. The suspect then exited the vehicle and tried to force their way into the locked plane before being detained by security personnel and responding police officers.

Authorities have confirmed that the driver is facing multiple charges, including driving under the influence (DUI), trespassing on a restricted airfield, and criminal mischief. The incident is currently under investigation by local airport officials and federal aviation authorities to determine how the security breach occurred and whether additional measures are needed to secure the airfield.