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4 Houston-area residents face federal charges, accused of flying drones in FIFA World Cup no-drone zone
By Christian Terry at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 26, 2026
· 2 min read
Four residents of the Houston area are facing federal charges, accused of flying drones within the boundaries of the Temporary Flight Restriction zone established near the FIFA World Cup Fan Zone, the U.S. Attorney’s Office said.John Alexander Meza, 26, La Porte; Jordan Lee Zale, 38, Richmond; an...
Key takeaway John Alexander Meza, 26, La Porte; Jordan Lee Zale, 38, Richmond; and Huu An Nguyen Dinh, 30, Pearland, are all expected to make their initial appearances before U.
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The federal charges against these four Houston-area residents highlight the serious efforts to maintain security and safety during the FIFA World Cup events in the city. With the establishment of a Temporary Flight Restriction zone near the FIFA World Cup Fan Zone, just east of downtown Houston, law enforcement and the Federal Aviation Administration are taking a proactive approach to prevent potential threats. The fact that one of the individuals, Huu An Nguyen Dinh, received a warning from police just days before being charged, suggests that authorities are closely monitoring the area and will not tolerate violations of the no-drone zone. As the World Cup events continue to draw large crowds to the city, the enforcement of these restrictions will be crucial in ensuring a secure environment for all attendees. The cases against these four individuals will likely serve as a deterrent to others who may consider flying drones in restricted areas, and residents can expect to see continued vigilance from law enforcement in the coming weeks.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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