Passenger Recounts Chaotic Incident on Jet2 Flight to Manchester Airport Resulting in Death
A Jet2 passenger has shared the harrowing experience onboard a flight to Manchester Airport where a man passed away after being restrained, with her mother fearing he might harm someone.
The individual detailed the disruptive behavior of Callum Kerr, who reportedly punched overhead lockers, banged on the cockpit door, and made threats to other passengers during the journey from Larnaca, Cyprus.
Witnesses, including an anonymous passenger who spoke to the Manchester Evening News, described Callum as heavily intoxicated, shouting, and using profanity.
Upon landing at Manchester Airport, police were summoned following reports of an alleged assault on the flight. Passengers had already intervened to restrain Callum, who was later found unresponsive by officers.
Medical assistance was immediately provided, including CPR and the use of a defibrillator, before Callum was hospitalized in critical condition and subsequently passed away.
The passenger recalled the escalating tension during the flight, highlighting the disruptive and alarming conduct of Callum, causing distress among travelers, especially children onboard.
The disruptive behavior culminated in Callum physically assaulting another passenger, prompting a swift response from both fellow passengers and airline staff to subdue him until authorities arrived.
Tributes have poured in on social media following Callum’s tragic death, with individuals expressing shock and sadness over the incident.
Both Greater Manchester Police and Jet2 have confirmed ongoing investigations into the disruptive incident, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation and the need for further inquiries.
The incident has left a lasting impact on passengers, with some expressing reluctance to fly again due to the distressing events that unfolded during the flight.