WATCH: Chicago-bound flight diverts after man tries to open exit door: Sheriff
A Frontier Airlines flight from Puerto Rico was diverted to Miami after a passenger attempted to open an exit door. The individual also allegedly choked an off-duty flight attendant who was seated nearby. Authorities are investigating the incident, which raised safety concerns among passengers and crew.
- ▪The flight was en route to Chicago when the diversion occurred.
- ▪The man was reported to have choked an off-duty flight attendant.
- ▪The incident has prompted an investigation by law enforcement.
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