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‘I was fearing for her life’: Man steals family car from airport with their daughter still inside
By Ben Gutierrez, Jordan Gartner at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 10, 2026
· 2 min read
HONOLULU (KHNL/Gray News) - A family in Hawaii says a routine trip to the airport to pick up a family member turned into a nightmare and frightening situation. Lawrence Ching went to Terminal 1 on Wednesday evening to pick up his wife at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, something he do...
Key takeaway Lawrence Ching went to Terminal 1 on Wednesday evening to pick up his wife at the Daniel K.
Why this matters in The Midland
For Midland residents who frequently travel through the Midland International Air and Space Port, the recent car theft incident at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Hawaii serves as a stark reminder to remain vigilant when picking up or dropping off family members. The fact that the thief was able to jump into the vehicle and drive away with a young teenager inside, all while the parents were just a few feet away, is a sobering thought. Fortunately, the incident ended with the safe release of the girl, but it highlights the importance of being mindful of one's surroundings, even in familiar environments like airport terminals. As Lawrence Ching advised, taking simple precautions such as locking the car and keeping keys secure can go a long way in preventing similar incidents. Midland travelers would do well to heed this warning and take necessary steps to ensure their safety and the safety of their loved ones when traveling.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? HONOLULU (KHNL/Gray News) - A family in Hawaii says a routine trip to the airport to pick up a family member turned into a nightmare and frightening situation. Lawrence Ching went to Terminal 1 on Wednesday evening to pick up his wife at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, something he do...
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