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Passenger Detained After Altercation on United Flight at Newark Airport

Newark

By: Richard L. Smith 
 

Port Authority Police responded to an onboard disturbance Saturday evening at Newark Liberty International Airport.

 

Authorities said that at approximately 6:03 p.m., officers were notified of an altercation aboard United Airlines Flight 1837 as it arrived at Terminal B of Newark Liberty International Airport.

 

When the aircraft reached the gate, police detained a 48-year-old male without incident. 

 

The individual was transported to a local hospital for a psychiatric evaluation.

 

One person on board declined medical attention, and no other injuries were reported.

 

The incident remains under review.