A Breeze Airways passenger sparked chaos mid-flight when he allegedly hurled racial slurs at a flight attendant and threw chewing tobacco in another passenger’s face — leading to an emergency diversion to Grand Junction, Colorado.
Newly released federal documents reveal the disturbing details of the incident, which has gone viral online.
The Incident
The passenger, David Leroy Carver Jr., was reportedly unruly from the start on the flight from Virginia to Los Angeles. According to law enforcement, Carver called a Black flight attendant the N-word and referred to her as his “servant.”
When another passenger tried to intervene, Carver allegedly threatened to punch them and threw his chewing tobacco directly in their face, according to authorities.
Video from the flight shows the large man being physically restrained by other passengers, eventually forced into his seat.
Escalation Onboard
Officials say the situation escalated further when Carver allegedly slipped from initial restraints and attempted to arm himself with his belt, wrapping it around his knuckles as if to strike. A flight attendant managed to wrest the belt away, and Carver was kept in his seat until the plane landed.
Law enforcement reports indicate Carver was heavily intoxicated, consuming six mixed drinks during the flight.
Arrest and Charges
Upon landing in Grand Junction, Carver was arrested for interference with flight crew members and attendants, a serious federal offense.
The FBI and the Grand Junction Police Department are actively investigating the incident, reviewing video footage and passenger statements.
Airline Response
Breeze Airways has officially banned Carver from future travel. A spokesperson told TMZ:
“Mr. Carter has been uninvited to travel with Breeze after the events that took place on Wednesday.”
Passenger and Flight Safety Concerns
Passengers on the flight reported fear and distress, as the altercation involved both racial harassment and threats of physical violence. Social media posts of the viral video show other travelers restraining Carver, a moment that sparked widespread outrage online.
Experts say incidents like this highlight the importance of crew training, federal oversight, and passenger accountability. Federal law makes interference with flight attendants a criminal offense, carrying significant fines and potential prison time.
Takeaway
- Passenger David Leroy Carver Jr. allegedly threw chewing tobacco and used racial slurs onboard a Breeze Airways flight.
- Flight was diverted to Grand Junction, Colorado, for safety.
- FBI and local police are investigating; Carver faces federal charges.
- Breeze Airways has banned him from future travel.
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