Wanted by the FBI:
Conspiracy to commit aircraft piracy and hostage taking, commit air piracy resulting in murder, interfere with a flight crew, have explosive devices about the person on an aircraft, and to assault passengers and crew. Air piracy resulting in murder and placing explosives aboard aircraft; placing destructive devices aboard aircraft; assault aboard aircraft with intent to hijack with a dangerous weapon and resulting in serious bodily injury. (Parital list)
Description:
Born approximately around 1960 in Lebanon, Atwa is a 150-pound, five-foot eight inch male with brown eyes. Hair color is unknown.
Aliases:
Ammar Mansour Bouslim, Hassan Rostom Salim
Remarks:
Atwa is an alleged member of the terrorist organization, Lebanese Hizballah. He is thought to be in Lebanon.
Caution:
Ali Atwa was indicted for his role and participation in the June 14, 1985, hijacking of a commercial airliner which resulted in the assault on various passengers and crew members, and the murder of one U.S. citizen. He should be considered armed and dangerous.
Reward:
The Rewards For Justice Program, United States Department of State, is offering a reward of up to $5 million for information leading directly to the apprehension and/or conviction of Ali Atwa.
What to Do:
If you have any information concerning this case, please contact your
Local FBI Office or the nearest
American Embassy or Consulate.
