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Cars Ram Airport Terminals Twice in 2026!
20 Oct
Summary
- Two separate vehicle crashes impacted Detroit Metro Airport terminals this year.
- One driver was disoriented and sought 'Tom Cruise' at Evans Terminal.
- Airport officials are reviewing permanent barrier options after incidents.
Detroit Metro Airport has experienced two significant security breaches involving vehicles crashing into terminal buildings within months of each other. On January 23, 2026, a Mercedes-Benz sedan collided with the McNamara Terminal building, striking a ticket counter and injuring six individuals, including Delta employees.
Following this incident, temporary barriers were installed, and the airport authority began exploring permanent security measures. Less than five months later, on May 29, 2026, a Cadillac SUV was driven into the Evans Terminal. The driver, reportedly disoriented, stated he was looking to "meet Tom Cruise and save his dad."
Authorities confirmed no weapons were found. The driver of the SUV was taken for medical evaluation, and a passenger reported a minor injury but declined treatment. These events have prompted a review of airport terminal security protocols.
