A gunman who hid aboard a Cessna Grand Caravan operated by the evangelical aid group Samaritan’s Purse was taken into custody Tuesday after attempting to hijack the aircraft. The suspect forced the pilot to circle for hours and demanded a flight to Chad. Authorities said the aircraft departed Juba in the morning carrying medical supplies to Maiwut in South Sudan’s northeast when the suspect took control.

No injuries were reported from the hijacking incident, and an investigation is underway. Along with the suspect, one pilot and one Samaritan’s Purse staff member were onboard the aircraft.

“We praise God that no one was seriously injured, and we are grateful to the security forces for their support and swift action on the ground to resolve the situation and bring a safe outcome,” a Samar

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