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Ryanair Flight Diverts to Toulouse After Passenger Allegedly Tries to Open Exit Mid‑Air

Newly published footage with witness accounts details the Toulouse diversion, highlighting Ryanair’s zero‑tolerance response.

Overview

  • The BournemouthGirona service diverted to Toulouse on 4 September, where French police boarded and offloaded a disruptive passenger.
  • Runway video shows officers carrying a man in a white T‑shirt and orange shorts across the tarmac after the aircraft landed in France.
  • Witnesses report the man shouted “I want to go,” moved toward emergency exits, spat and threw punches, and was restrained with a seatbelt around his legs.
  • Passengers described a prolonged struggle, reports of blood in the cabin, and emotional distress including tears and panic attacks.
  • The flight continued to Girona about two hours late, with Ryanair stressing a strict zero‑tolerance policy as media reported no public update on charges.