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Watch: Man allegedly chokes woman on American Airlines flight before clashing with passenger

Chaos on American Airlines flight: Man allegedly chokes woman before clashing with passenger, others scream for arrest | Watch

Passengers on an American Airlines flight to Miami were left stunned when a violent altercation erupted in the aisle during disembarkation, a shocking scene caught on video and now circulating online.The incident caught on cameraFootage obtained by TMZ from Flight 2249 shows a man allegedly grabbing a woman by the neck and shoving her backward as passengers prepared to exit. Within seconds, another traveler rushed to intervene, setting off a brawl in the cramped aisle.The man accused of choking the woman then turned on the would-be rescuer, shoving him into a row of seats while shouting, “Don’t you grab me like that.” Screams of shock and anger erupted from fellow passengers.Panic and pleas for order“What the f— are you doin’?” one woman yelled, demanding the man’s arrest. Another passenger, trying to get off the plane, shouted, “Somebody needs to get this man. Call the police.” As the situation spiraled, a flight attendant attempted to restore order, urging travelers to clear the aisle so those in the back could make their connecting flights.FAA’s growing concern over air rageThe incident highlights a troubling surge in unruly behavior on flights. According to Business Insider, flight attendants have reported nearly 13,000 disruptive passenger cases to the Federal Aviation Administration since 2021, often fueled by stress and frustration during air travel.No arrests despite video evidenceThe Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office confirmed deputies responded to the report of battery. However, no arrests were made. One man fled the scene, while the other declined to press charges.American Airlines has yet to issue a statement on the confrontation.

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