Authorities Confirm Suspect in Custody for Murder of American Airlines Flight Attendant
A 24-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with the murder of a veteran American Airlines flight attendant, Celinda Levno, 71, who was one of the four victims in a random stabbing spree during a layover in Denver.
Levno, a long-time American Airlines flight attendant, was stabbed to death on Saturday evening while on layover in Denver. American Airlines confirmed her death and extended their condolences to her family, loved ones, and colleagues, saying they are “heartbroken and mourning the tragic loss of our colleague who was the victim of a senseless crime.”
The Association of Professional Flight Attendants, a union that represents American Airlines flight attendants, also confirmed Levno’s death, describing her as a “loving person” who “always put others first” and “will always be remembered for her love of horses, friends, and family.”
Levno began her career with American West in 1989, which later merged with US Airways and American Airlines. She was described as a dedicated and caring individual who was “taken away too soon.”
The suspect, Elijah Caudill, 24, was arrested on Sunday evening in connection with the stabbings, which resulted in two deaths. Police do not believe Caudill and the victims had any connection, and a motive for the attacks is still unknown. Caudill is being held without bail, facing charges of first-degree murder and first-degree attempted murder.
A GoFundMe page has been set up by family and friends of Levno to help with funeral costs, describing her as “an incredible woman” who was “71 years young and still working hard as a flight attendant.”
