BOSTON, USA — A JetBlue pilot was arrested at Boston Logan International Airport on Thursday, February 20, 2025 night on a warrant for second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor, according to Massachusetts State Police.
Jeremy Gudorf, 33, of Ohio, was taken into custody while preparing for a Boston-to-Paris flight.
Authorities confirmed that the arrest stemmed from an active warrant issued in Huntersville, North Carolina, where Gudorf had previously resided.
JetBlue confirmed the arrest in a statement, saying, “We are aware of and closely reviewing the arrest of one of our pilots upon reporting for work at Boston’s Logan Airport Thursday evening due to an outstanding warrant. The pilot has been placed on indefinite leave as law enforcement proceeds with the matter.”
Investigation Stemmed from National Tip Line
The case originated from an October 2024 tip received by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, which alerted authorities in Huntersville, North Carolina.
Following an extensive investigation, Huntersville police obtained a search warrant for Google, Inc., which reportedly led to identifying the source of child exploitation images.
“Late last year, Google complied with the warrant and provided the necessary records to law enforcement,” Huntersville police said in a statement.
“Based on the evidence gathered, investigators secured an arrest warrant for Mr. Gudorf on charges of Second-Degree Sexual Exploitation of a Minor.”
Legal Proceedings Underway
Gudorf was arraigned in Boston on Friday, where he was ordered to report to North Carolina by Tuesday to face charges.
Authorities have not disclosed further details on the nature of the alleged offenses.
The arrest highlights the ongoing role of tech companies and national tip lines in identifying and investigating child exploitation cases.
The Huntersville Police Department continues to work with state and federal agencies as the case progresses.
Further legal proceedings will take place in North Carolina, where Gudorf is expected to face prosecution.
