Jacksonville, Florida – United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg has announced the arrest and filing of a criminal complaint against Evan Sims (41, Rhode Island), charging him with false information and threats related to the possession of an explosive on an airplane. Sims could face a maximum penalty of five years in federal prison if convicted. The incident unfolded on December 5, 2023, during a flight from Orlando to Providence, Rhode Island. Court documents reveal that Sims, engaged in an argument with his travel companion, made unsettling remarks that raised concerns among passenger