A plane departing from Las Vegas was turned back because a passenger texted that they would hijack the aircraft

A United Airlines flight from Las Vegas to Newark was turned back shortly after takeoff due to a passenger's text message indicating a hijacking. The flight attendant reported the message to the pilots, who secured the cockpit and returned to the airport. After an hour, the plane landed back, and all 150 passengers underwent security screening again. Authorities confirmed an investigation is underway, but no details about potential charges or suspects have been released.