A New York real estate agent's explosive confrontation with Colombian immigration officials has taken the internet by storm after footage of the incident surfaced online.
In the now-viral clip, the unidentified woman can be heard repeatedly shouting 'I'm a US citizen!' while demanding to speak to a supervisor at Bogotá's El Dorado International Airport.
The Incident Unfolds
Eyewitnesses report the altercation began when immigration officials requested additional documentation from the American traveler. The situation quickly escalated as the woman grew increasingly agitated, at one point threatening to call the US embassy.
'This is ridiculous! I have rights!' she exclaims in the video, waving her passport in the air as airport staff attempt to calm the situation.
Social Media Reacts
The footage has sparked heated debate online, with opinions divided between those sympathizing with the traveler's frustration and others criticizing her behavior as entitled.
One Twitter user commented: 'There's a right way to handle these situations, and this wasn't it.' while another wrote: 'We've all been frustrated at airports, but this is next level.'
Travel Experts Weigh In
International travel specialists emphasize the importance of remaining calm during border control encounters. 'Different countries have different entry requirements,' explains travel consultant Mark Henderson. 'Getting angry with officials never helps your case.'
The incident serves as a reminder for travelers to research entry requirements thoroughly before international trips and to carry all necessary documentation.
