Erratic Behavior Leads to Arrest on Flight to Newark

"Erratic behavior" on a Southwest Airlines flight led to an arrest in Newark, New Jersey, on Monday night.

According to a report on Fox News, an out-of-control passenger caused a commotion on Southwest Flight 864 flying from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to Newark, New Jersey. The incident led to a one-hour flight delay and passengers were not happy, letting their feelings be known on Twitter.

My recap home... guy tried departing the plane, guy attacks Stewardess, guy gets zip-tied, swarmed by police and arrested... OH MY PLANE WAS DELAYED. @SouthwestAir really want some sort of compensation for this bull shit.

- Ivy Trash (@drychickenthigh) November 6, 2018

It's unclear exactly what the man did, but it according to reports, he attacked a flight attendant, which prompted the flight crew to alert local law enforcement.

No one was injured during the flight. Southwest apologized to passengers on Twitter and asked for further information on the incident.

Hi there. We regret that you were unable to travel as scheduled, and it sounds like we need to take a closer look at what was going on. Do you mind sending over a DM with your confirmation number? -Mike

- Southwest Airlines (@SouthwestAir) November 6, 2018

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