A disturbing incident unfolded on an American Airlines flight earlier this week, resulting in the plane being forced to turn back mid-flight after a passenger attacked flight attendants. The flight, American Eagle Flight 4162, was en route from Savannah, Georgia, to Miami, Florida, on Monday evening, but was forced to return to Savannah after the altercation.
The 31-year-old passenger, identified as Delange Augustin, has been charged with interference with flight crew members, according to an affidavit filed in a Georgia federal court. The incident occurred just minutes after takeoff, when Augustin allegedly exhibited erratic behavior, which was initially thought to be due to a medical emergency.
Flight Turns Back After Attack on Flight Attendants
According to court documents, witnesses observed Augustin engaging in “stomping, incoherent yelling, and shaking” soon after the plane took off. A flight attendant approached him to assess the situation, but Augustin reportedly became violent. He allegedly kicked a flight attendant in the chest, leading to an immediate response from the flight crew.
The situation quickly escalated, and the pilots, who were able to hear the commotion from the cockpit, made the decision to turn the flight around and return to Savannah. It was clear that the safety of the passengers and crew was at risk, and a return to the airport was deemed necessary.
Passenger Damages Seat and Continues Disruption
After the altercation with the flight attendant, Augustin reportedly began to kick the seat of the passenger in front of him. When the passenger moved to a different seat, Augustin continued kicking the chair, eventually causing it to collapse.
The FBI’s investigation reveals that Augustin’s behavior briefly settled down after the flight returned to Savannah, but the situation took another turn when the plane began taxiing to the gate. At this point, Augustin allegedly stormed to the front of the plane, holding on to his sister, Medjina Augustin, who was accompanying him on the flight. Once at the galley, Augustin reportedly threw several punches, hitting a flight attendant in her upper arm.
Three passengers on board stepped in to subdue Augustin and his sister until airport police arrived to take control of the situation.
Sister’s Claims: ‘He Hurts Evil’
Medjina Augustin, who was with Delange on the flight, gave a strange and troubling explanation for her brother’s actions. She told the FBI that she and her brother were traveling to Haiti “to flee religious attacks of a spiritual nature.” She described the flight as being filled with “darkness” and claimed that her brother’s violent outburst was a result of this spiritual conflict.
According to the affidavit, Medjina explained that her brother had said the “evil comes out in the darkness,” and that the darkness on the plane was so overwhelming that she wasn’t surprised by his violent actions. She also recalled how Delange Augustin had told her to close her eyes during the flight, claiming that “Satan’s disciple(s) had followed them onto the plane” and that a “legion” of evil spirits was trying to prevent them from reaching Haiti.
The Rosary Beads Incident
Adding to the bizarre nature of the incident, it was revealed that Augustin allegedly swallowed rosary beads during the altercation. His sister claimed that the beads were a “weapon of strength in spiritual warfare,” and that Delange swallowed them in an attempt to protect himself from the evil forces he believed were surrounding him.
Despite the strange claims of spiritual warfare, Medjina maintained that her brother was not suffering from any medical or mental health issues. She insisted that his actions were not the result of any impairment, and that he was fully aware of what he was doing.
Delange Augustin was taken to a hospital for evaluation after the flight landed, before being transported to the Chatham County Detention Center in Georgia. The bizarre sequence of events left passengers on edge, and the airline expressed deep concern over the incident.
American Airlines Responds to the Incident
In response to the incident, American Airlines issued a statement emphasizing the importance of safety and security for all passengers and crew members. “Safety and security are our top priorities,” the statement read. “We will continue to work with authorities to ensure that this matter is resolved properly.”
The airline has not revealed if any further legal action will be taken against Augustin or his sister, but the investigation is ongoing.
This unsettling incident highlights the unpredictable nature of air travel and the sometimes alarming situations that can arise mid-flight. Airlines and authorities are continuing to review protocols to ensure that similar events are prevented in the future.
As the story unfolds, many are left questioning the circumstances surrounding the attack and the strange claims made by the Augustins. The public waits to see what additional details will emerge from the investigation into this unusual and unsettling incident.
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