United Airlines said a dead body was discovered in the wheel well of one of its planes after it landed in Maui from Chicago on Christmas Eve.

A dead body was found in the wheel well of a United Airlines plane at Maui’s Kahului Airport on Christmas Eve. United Airlines said the unidentified man’s body was discovered in the wheel well of one of the main landing gears on the Boeing 787-10 plane after it landed, the airline told multiple outlets.

At this time, it is not clear how or when the person accessed the wheel well,” the airline said, noting it is working with law enforcement on the incident.

Chicago - Christmas Eve in Chicago is a special time — the city is full of excitement and magical moments. Here's a list of activities to make the night before Christmas unforgettable. The festive outdoor market where you can shop for unique gifts, enjoy tasty German treats, and experience holiday cheer is open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Christmas Eve.

Christmas Eve, stores will open early, at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. Orders placed by 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 24 will be available before stores close on Christmas Eve. Macy's holiday hours stores may vary, with most stores open on Christmas Eve from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

At Yorktown Center in Lombard, just about everyone who spoke with CBS News Chicago on Monday said the act of going out and physically shopping puts them in the Christmas spirit.