NFL Hall of Fame legend Terrell Davis found himself in a shocking situation on a recent United Airlines flight to California. The two-time Super Bowl champion was “wrongly handcuffed” and removed from the aircraft after a flight attendant accused him of hitting him.
Mr Davis, who was flying with his family from Denver, took to social media to share his ordeal. He explained that during the flight’s beverage service, his son had asked for a cup of ice. In an attempt to get the flight attendant’s attention, Mr Davis said he lightly tapped the attendant on the arm, only to be accused of hitting him.
The situation escalated when the plane landed at Orange County’s John Wayne Airport. FBI agents and local authorities boarded the plane, placed Mr Davis in handcuffs in front of his family, and removed him from the flight, all while the “entire flight of passengers watched in silence.”
United Airlines has since issued an apology to Mr Davis and has removed the flight attendant from duty while they investigate the matter and review their policies. A company spokeswoman stated, “This is clearly not the kind of travel experience we strive to provide. We are working closely with Mr Davis to address the incident.”
Mr Davis, a star running back for the Denver Broncos, played for the team from 1995 to 2001, helping them win Super Bowls XXXII and XXXIII. He remains the team’s all-time leading rusher and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2017. The incident has sparked a conversation about airline policies and passenger rights, highlighting the importance of respectful and fair treatment for all travelers.
