Passenger detained at Newark Airport after altercation on United Airlines flight, police say
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Key Points:
- A 48-year-old passenger was detained at Newark Liberty International Airport after allegedly attacking a flight attendant and attempting to open the main cabin door on United Airlines flight 1837.
- The incident occurred shortly after 6 p.m. as the flight arrived from Gregorio Luperón International Airport in the Dominican Republic.
- The detained passenger was taken to a local hospital for a psychiatric evaluation, and no other injuries were reported despite one individual refusing medical attention.
- United Airlines praised its crew for managing the situation and ensuring the safety of passengers and staff.
- The FAA highlighted that nearly 500 unruly passenger incidents have been reported this year, with potential criminal charges and civil penalties up to $3,658 per violation for interfering with airline crew.
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