A 41-year-old man was arrested on Sunday after causing a disruption aboard a flight from London to Glasgow. Witnesses reported that the man stood up during the flight and began shouting
phrases such as “Allahu Akbar,” “Death to America,” and “Death to Trump.”
The incident, which occurred mid-flight, was captured on video and quickly circulated on social media. In the footage, two fellow passengers are seen restraining the man and pinning him to the floor until the plane landed.
Police Scotland confirmed the arrest in a statement: “We received reports of a 41-year-old man causing a disturbance on a flight that landed in Glasgow around 8:20 a.m. on Sunday. Officers boarded the plane upon arrival and arrested him. We are aware of the videos circulating online, which are currently being reviewed by counterterrorism specialists.”
EasyJet, the airline operating the flight, stated that their crew followed standard safety procedures. “Our crew members are trained to assess and respond to situations quickly and appropriately to ensure the safety of the flight and all passengers at all times,” the airline said.
The man's identity has not been released, and investigations into the incident are ongoing. Photo by Biggerben, Wikimedia commons.