Southwest Airlines Flight Attendant Hired With Arrest Warrant For Fraud, Turns Himself In

A newly trained Southwest Airlines flight attendant surrendered to authorities in Broward County, Florida, this week. He faces third-degree grand theft charges in connection with allegations of exploiting an elderly woman.

The suspect is named Anthony Weaver, a 39-year-old man who recently completed training as a Southwest Airlines flight attendant. He turned himself in after concerns about his involvement in the alleged scheme.

Authorities indicate Weaver acted in concert with an associate identified as James Calvert. The case involves alleged exploitation of an elderly woman, aged 85, though specific details of the alleged scheme are not provided in the material.

The report notes Weaver’s professional background, including 14 years of experience in travel, airports, and aviation consulting, but does not detail any operational or in-flight activities related to his role with Southwest Airlines. The information does not specify flight schedules, locations of the alleged incidents, or outcomes beyond the arrest.