Indian flyer creates ruckus, threatens to kill crew on Singapore-bound flight

Kolathu James Leo, 42, faces multiple charges, including using criminal force against a flight attendant and being intoxicated on board, which jeopardised order and discipline, The Straits Times reported.

Leo also allegedly threatened to kill the male crew member, it said.

According to a police spokesperson, following his aggressive behaviour on board the Singapore-bound Scoot flight on Feb 27, Leo was "placed under restraints by the cabin crew for the rest of the journey. Upon arrival at Changi Airport, he was arrested by officers from the Airport Police Division”.

The incident occurred when Kolathu, allegedly intoxicated, began shouting mid-flight. He is accused of attempting to detach a seat pocket and hitting the seat in front of him. His behaviour reportedly escalated when the cabin crew attempted to calm him down.