Veteran American Airlines flight attendant killed in random attack while on a layover in Denver
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Authorities confirmed that a suspect is in custody for the murder of a veteran American Airlines flight attendant who was one of the victims killed in a random stabbing spree during a layover in Denver.

According to the Denver Police Department, Elijah Caudill, 24, was arrested late Sunday evening in connection to four stabbings that occurred over the weekend. 

In a statement to Fox News Digital, American Airlines confirmed that Phoenix-based flight attendant Celinda Levno, 71, was one of the victims.

“We are heartbroken and mourning the tragic loss of our colleague who was the victim of a senseless crime. Our thoughts and support are with her family, loved ones and colleagues, and we are doing all we can to assist law enforcement in its investigation,” a spokesperson for the airlines said in a statement.

Elijah Caudill, 24

Authorities in Denver have arrested Elijah Caudill, 24, in connection to a series of four stabbings, resulting in two deaths over the weekend. (Denver Police Department)

Police said the incident happened around 5:17 p.m. on Saturday when officers responded to reports of a stabbing. When officers arrived, they found Levno with stab wounds to the neck, along with two other victims who sustained injuries.

Levno was transported to a local hospital and was later pronounced dead. Police said another male victim was stabbed late Sunday night and succumbed to his injuries. His identity has yet to be released. 

Investigators do not believe Caudill and the victims had any connection to each other, and a motive for the attacks is unknown.

Caudill is being held without bail and is facing first-degree murder and first-degree attempted murder charges. 

Anyone with information or surveillance footage of the stabbings is encouraged to contact the Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7967.

A GoFundMe page has also been set up by family and friends of Levno to help with funeral costs.

“Celinda Anne Levno was an incredible woman. She was 71 years young and still working hard as a flight attendant,” a post on the page read.

“She spent her spare time with her loving husband, John, and sister, Melanie. She raised many horses throughout her lifetime and was heavily involved in the Arabian horse industry,” the post continued. 

“She was also an amazing musician and played her flute often in concert. Celinda was the most giving and kind person out there. She did so much for others. Such an amazing and kind woman who was taken way too soon.”

Stepheny Price is writer for Fox News Digital and Fox Business. Story tips and ideas can be sent to stepheny.price@fox.com

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