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Eastchester man freed following Gaza aid flotilla detention

Michael Fix was part of a group attempting to deliver aid to Gaza when Israeli authorities boarded their boat and detained them.

News 12 Staff

Oct 7, 2025, 12:15 PM

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An Eastchester man detained during a Gaza aid flotilla mission has been released.

Michael Fix was part of a group attempting to deliver aid to Gaza when Israeli authorities boarded their boat and detained them.

His brother, John Fix, told News 12 that Michael and the other Americans arrested have now been released.

He says they are currently in Jordan and are expected to fly back to the United States tomorrow.

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