Pilot Rustom Bhagwagar, of Indian origin, was arrested upon landing in San Francisco, following revelations of child abuse. His former girlfriend, Jennifer Powell, has also been taken into custody for her involvement in the abuse of her daughter when they were in a relationship. Both are currently held at the Martinez Detention Facility, awaiting further legal proceedings.
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