A disturbing incident unfolded on an American Airlines flight when a passenger was arrested for allegedly exposing himself and urinating in the aisle mid-flight. The shocking behaviour caused panic among fellow travellers and crew members.
According to reports, Estes Carter Thompson III, a 36-year-old passenger, engaged in the lewd act during the flight from Chicago to Charlotte. Witnesses described the scene as horrifying, with one passenger stating they felt 'violated' by Thompson's actions.
Chaos in the Cabin
The situation escalated when Thompson reportedly stood up, lowered his trousers and began urinating in the aisle. Flight attendants quickly intervened, but not before the incident caused significant disruption to other passengers.
Swift Response from Authorities
Upon landing at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, law enforcement officers boarded the aircraft and arrested Thompson without incident. He now faces federal charges for indecent exposure, which could carry serious penalties.
Airline's Firm Response
American Airlines released a statement condemning the behaviour, emphasising their zero-tolerance policy for such incidents. 'The safety and comfort of our passengers and crew is our top priority,' the statement read. 'We commend our crew for their professional handling of this unacceptable situation.'
This incident comes amid growing concerns about passenger behaviour on commercial flights, with airlines reporting increased cases of unruly conduct since the pandemic.
