Passenger arrested for attempting to open emergency exit on Batik Air flight to Kochi
A passenger was arrested at Kochi airport on Thursday after allegedly attempting to open the emergency exit of a Batik Air flight while it was midair. The incident occurred on flight OD231, which was traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Kochi on Wednesday night. Authorities reported that the passenger, identified as Jamsheer Athanikkal, also damaged a window panel and threatened cabin crew and fellow passengers during the flight. Police have registered a case following the incident, which took place between 9:30 pm and 11:05 pm.
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What Happened
A passenger named Jamsheer Athanikkal was taken into custody by police at Kochi airport on Thursday morning. He had been traveling on Batik Air flight OD231 from Kuala Lumpur to Kochi on Wednesday. During the flight, between 9:30 pm and 11:05 pm, the passenger allegedly attempted to force open the aircraft's emergency exit. He also caused damage to the window panel of the exit and reportedly threatened both the cabin crew and other passengers on board.
The incident has led to an investigation into the endangerment of flight safety. Authorities have filed a first information report regarding the actions of the passenger. The arrest follows reports of the individual creating a disturbance while the aircraft was in transit, prompting concerns regarding the safety of those on board.
Key Facts
- The incident occurred on Batik Air flight OD231 from Kuala Lumpur to Kochi.Source not recorded
- The passenger involved was identified as Jamsheer Athanikkal.Source not recorded
- The event took place while the aircraft was in flight between 9:30 pm and 11:05 pm on Wednesday.Source not recorded
- The passenger allegedly attempted to force open the emergency exit and damaged a window panel.Source not recorded
- The passenger was arrested at Kochi airport on Thursday morning.Source not recorded
- The passenger is accused of threatening fellow passengers and cabin crew.Source not recorded
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