A BRIT who tried to kick out windows on a Virgin Atlantic flight was tackled by US marines and handcuffed mid-air.
William Hayes, 39, was arrested by police after allegedly forcing the plane to land two hours early in Salt Lake City.
A Brit who tried to kick out windows on a Virgin Atlantic flight was tackled by US marines and handcuffed mid-air[/caption]
The ruckus allegedly caused a mum to drop her baby, leaving the child with minor injuries.
One witness said: “There were a couple of US marines who piled in on him.
“He was sitting in the back and he got handcuffed right there.”
He was accused of being violent and unruly on the Heathrow to LA flight on Tuesday.
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Police said: “Hayes got upset mid-flight and after several attempts by the flight crew to maintain order, he became violent.
“Crew and passengers intervened and restrained Hayes.
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“He also kicked seats and windows.
“Staff found no damage.”
