Passenger On American Airlines Duct-Taped To Seat After Violent Outburst, Forces Baltimore Diversion - VIDEO
An American Airlines flight from Dallas-Fort Worth to Newark was diverted to Baltimore late Thursday after a passenger allegedly became violent during the journey, forcing crew members and fellow travelers to intervene. American Airlines confirmed that the unscheduled stop was made because of a disruptive passenger . The aircraft later resumed its trip to Newark after authorities removed the man…
An American Airlines flight from Dallas-Fort Worth to Newark was rerouted to Baltimore on Thursday due to a disruptive passenger, according to American Airlines. The aircraft returned to Newark once authorities secured the individual. Passengers described a sudden eruption of chaos mid-flight. Juan Mejia, a retired law enforcement officer, and Richard Olenick, both seated near the problematic passenger, witnessed the incident.
Mejia stated that the flight transformed from quiet to shouting and turmoil. The man allegedly made racist and homophobic remarks, including using the N-word towards a Black flight attendant and assaulting another passenger. Mejia and Olenick attempted to restrain the man, who was later secured with duct tape and zip ties by the crew.
A photo shared by Olenick depicted the restrained passenger. The FBI is investigating the incident and may pursue federal charges.
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