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Police Remove Allegedly Drunk Passenger From ManchesterIbiza Flight After Seatbelt Refusal

Passenger video underpins reports, with no formal account from authorities.

Overview

  • The disruption occurred on September 13 before departure from Manchester to Ibiza and delayed the flight for more than two hours.
  • Passenger Carmela Colasurdo filmed officers removing the man, and the footage was distributed via Storyful.
  • Video shows police carrying the passenger by his arms and legs down the aisle before placing him in a police van on the tarmac.
  • Eyewitness accounts say cabin crew tried to reason with the man, who was described as intoxicated and uncooperative.
  • Outlets note no public confirmation of arrests, charges or airline sanctions for this case, which follows other 2025 reports of alcohol‑related air travel disruptions.