Who is Arthur Lundeen? Man duct-taped to seat mid-flight after hurling racist, anti-LGBTQ slurs
Arthur Lundeen was arrested after American Airlines Flight 618, travelling from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport in Texas to Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey, was diverted to Baltimore following a disturbance involving the passenger.
Arthur Lundeen, a 67-year-old man from Arizona, was restrained with duct tape on an American Airlines flight after being accused of hurling racist and anti-LGBTQ slurs. The incident occurred on September 3 when Flight 618 from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport was diverted to Baltimore due to a disturbance involving Lundeen.
Videos and photos of his restraint went viral. Lundeen allegedly became aggressive, shouting obscenities, racial slurs, and anti-LGBTQ language, including a remark directed at a flight attendant. He also allegedly hit a passenger and damaged their computer. The situation escalated, prompting crew members and other passengers to intervene.
Lundeen was secured to his seat with duct tape for the remainder of the flight, and he was subsequently arrested upon landing. He faces charges of second-degree assault and disorderly conduct, with his initial appearance scheduled for October 19, 2026.
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