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An intoxicated vacationer tried to escape security after being removed from an easyJet flight for mistreating the crew.
On the evening of Tuesday, July 11th, cabin crew on a flight departing from Bristol Airport to Crete were subjected to verbal abuse by Joshua Stone (32) and his friend Ryan Sanders (34).
The cabin crew gave a warning to the couple regarding their conduct, but they continued to be aggressive, leading to them being removed from the flight. After deplaning, Stone attempted to evade security and head to another gate, but was quickly apprehended.
Police officers arrived at the scene and took both men into custody.
In a statement to the police, Sanders stated that he had consumed cider, lager, and a Malibu and coke, but denied being intoxicated.
Ryan Sanders
There were charges brought against both men for entering an aircraft while under the influence of alcohol. Additionally, Stone faced an additional charge for entering a designated security zone at an airport without authorization, as he briefly tried to evade security. Both men admitted to the charges and pleaded guilty.
Sanders, of Southmead Road in Filton, was jailed for 14 weeks. Stone, of Greystoke Avenue in Southmead, received a 25-week sentence. Both were also ordered at Bristol Crown Court on Monday 4 March to pay a victim surcharge of £154.
Joshua Stone
“We do not want to prevent those looking to enjoy themselves and unwind before their trip,” stated Sergeant Rachael Hodges.
“The two men’s intoxicated and disruptive conduct resulted in them mistreating the cabin crew, and raised concerns about their potential to pose a security threat if the flight had departed. Their behavior was self-centered and unacceptable, causing inconvenience to other passengers whose journey to Chania was ultimately delayed.”
“Intoxication on a plane is a significant violation that has resulted in both men being imprisoned and having a criminal record.”
Source: independent.co.uk
