August 25, 2024
Addis Insight
TikTok Influencer Among Six Arrested as Federal Police Unveil Terrorism Investigation
The Federal Police have announced the initiation of a terrorist investigation against six suspects accused of violating aviation regulations, leading to chaos and harassment on a flight scheduled to travel from Addis Ababa to Mekele.
The suspects have been identified as:
Yohannes Daniel Berhe
Amanuel Mewecha Aberha
Natnael Wondowsen Shume
Elias Deriba Bedane
Yodiya Netsanet Abebe
Eleni Kinfe Tekeleab
Among the suspects is Yohannes Daniel Berhe, a famous social media influencer who is particularly active on TikTok. Yohannes has gained attention for live-streaming his encounters with airport staff and security personnel during the incident, further exacerbating the situation. His actions have drawn widespread attention on social media, with many questioning his motives and the impact of his behavior on the incident.
According to records from the Federal Police Criminal Investigation Bureau, the suspects allegedly caused a disturbance that prevented the plane from taking off. This disruption, reportedly exacerbated by natural factors, has led to their criminal liability under the law.
In addition to the criminal investigation, the suspects are also being scrutinized for possible terrorist activities. The investigation suggests that they may have been acting under orders from Unknown forces.
Despite pleas from the airline and security forces for patience, the suspects allegedly persisted in promoting their hidden agenda, according to the investigation records.
The Federal Police Criminal Investigation Bureau expressed regret that, instead of using social media for positive purposes, the suspects chose to undermine the pride of their country and its national airline.
The six suspects, currently in custody, are scheduled to appear in court tomorrow, August 26, 2024, to face charges related to the violation of both domestic and international flight procedures, as well as terrorism charges.
Tags
ethiopia news
ethiopia news today
ethiopian airlines
ethiopian news
No comments yet. Be the first to leave a comment!
Meet Emebet Mehabaw: Ethiopia’s First Woman Selected to Travel to Space in 2029
September 10, 2025

A Nation Off the Same Page
August 16, 2025

In Ethiopia, Cancer Claims Thousands—and Most Go Untreated
August 09, 2025

In Ethiopia’s Oral Culture, Misinformation Finds a Digital Megaphone
August 02, 2025

After the storm: An old virus, new Frontline
July 26, 2025

Broken Reins
July 19, 2025
Silenced by Techno-patriarchy
February 28, 2025
From Catcalling to Femicide: The Violence We’ve Learned to Survive
December 09, 2024
Ethiopia’s Fashion Stars Shine in Creative DNA: Ethiopia 2.0
December 03, 2024
Navigating Dubai’s Real Estate Market: Insights from Ethiopian Property Consultant Samrawit A. Kassaye
October 18, 2024
Unlocking Ethiopia’s Gemstone Potential: Haimanot Sisay’s Journey as the First Gemstone School Founder
September 25, 2024
September 20, 2025
President Taye Atsek Selassie Appoints New Military Leadership
September 17, 2025
Ethiopian MP Christian Tadele Critically Ill in Detention, Family and Lawyer Warn
September 16, 2025
What Congo Can Learn from Ethiopia’s GERD: A Blueprint for Harnessing the Congo River’s Power
September 12, 2025
Ethiopia Abstains on UN Vote for Landmark Palestine Two-State Resolution
September 12, 2025
Trump Administration Renews Ethiopia-Related National Emergency
September 02, 2025
Abiy Ahmed Declares: Ethiopia’s Red Sea ‘Mistake’ Will Be Corrected
July 07, 2025
Ethiopia’s Parliament Repeals Controversial Immunity for Undercover Investigators Committing Crimes Except Murder
July 05, 2025
Contesting the Politics of Statistics in Ethiopia
© Copyright 2025 Addis News. All rights reserved.