Terrell Davis Detained After In-flight Incident in United Airlines
SANTA ANA, CA (July 16, 2024) — Over the weekend, Terrell Davis, a renowned Denver Broncos Hall of Fame running back, was detained by FBI agents following an incident on a United Airlines flight from Denver to John Wayne Airport in Orange County, California. Davis described his experience on social media, expressing his astonishment and frustration over the encounter with a flight attendant, which he characterized as a misunderstanding escalated by the attendant’s rude behavior.
According to Davis, the issue arose when he attempted to secure a cup of ice for his son during the flight’s beverage service. He claims that after his initial request was ignored, he lightly tapped the flight attendant on the arm, leading the attendant to react sharply and accuse Davis of hitting him. This accusation prompted the involvement of law enforcement upon the plane’s landing, where Davis was handcuffed and escorted off the aircraft without immediate explanation.
The FBI’s involvement was confirmed by their Los Angeles office, stating that they, along with local police, responded to the situation requiring further investigation. They acknowledged that Davis cooperated with authorities and was subsequently released to continue his travels.
The incident, described by Davis as humiliating and traumatizing, especially for his family who witnessed it, has led to potential legal action against United Airlines. Davis’s attorney confirmed that after further inquiries with passengers and crew, the FBI concluded the flight attendant’s claims were inaccurate, leading to an apology to Davis.
United Airlines has since removed the flight attendant from duty and is conducting a thorough review of the incident, emphasizing their commitment to ensuring such experiences do not align with their service standards. The company has reached out to Davis’s legal team to address the matter directly, reflecting the potential reputational impact highlighted by industry experts.
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