A Southwest Airlines flight traveling from Nashville to Fort Lauderdale diverted to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Friday night due to a “possible security matter.” The flight landed safely in Atlanta at approximately 9:06 p.m. local time.

According to the airline, the Atlanta Police Department removed a specific passenger upon landing. It remains unclear exactly what actions or statements by the passenger triggered the security response. Officials have not confirmed if any dangerous items were found on the aircraft.

The current status of the detained passenger and whether they face charges has not yet been released by the Atlanta Police Department.

A Southwest spokesperson stated: “Southwest Airlines Flight 2094 landed safely at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) Friday evening after diverting to respond to a possible security matter.” The spokesperson added, “We appreciate the professionalism of our Flight Crew and apologize to our Customers for the delay. Nothing is more important to Southwest than the Safety of its Customers and Employees.”

Police confirmed federal authorities assisted in removing the passenger and that the investigation has been handed over to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Department of Homeland Security.