Man Charged After Stabbing Two Teens with Fork on Lufthansa Flight
A man is facing federal charges today after allegedly stabbing two teenagers with a metal fork during a Lufthansa flight from Chicago to Germany, forcing the plane to divert to Boston for emergency landing.
Praneeth Kumar Usiripalli, an Indian national, was charged by the Department of Justice with two counts of aggravated assault, according to court documents. The incident occurred yesterday, October 27, 2025, while the flight was over the Atlantic Ocean. Authorities say Usiripalli stabbed the two victims – both teenage boys – multiple times with a fork during the transatlantic journey.
The Lufthansa flight, originating in Chicago, was en route to Frankfurt, Germany, when the crew reported the stabbing and requested an emergency landing. The plane landed at Boston Logan International Airport at approximately 6:30 PM EDT. Federal prosecutors allege Usiripalli acted intentionally and without provocation. This incident highlights the potential for disruption and safety concerns on long-haul flights.
Details regarding the victims’ injuries have not been released, but they were treated by medical personnel upon arrival in Boston. The FBI is leading the investigation, and Usiripalli is currently in federal custody. For more information on aviation security, visit the Transportation Security Administration website. The FBI continues to investigate the motive behind the attack.
Authorities stated they will continue to gather evidence and prosecute the case to the fullest extent of the law.
