A Boxing Day flight from Durban to Cape Town was thrown into chaos when an unruly passenger was handcuffed and restrained mid-flight following a heated dispute over the drinks service, reports Cape {town} Etc.
The woman, an SABC employee, was filmed arguing with flight attendants on a FlySafair flight, demanding a drink.
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In one clip, she is seen standing in the aisle, pulling a flight attendant’s head aside as tensions escalate.
In another clip, the woman is seated as attendants try to handcuff her.
FlySafair spokesperson Kirby Gorden confirmed she was handed over to police upon landing in Cape Town after being restrained with help from other passengers.
The SABC issued a statement, saying that it ‘noted with concern’ the footage of the staff member.
‘The South African Broadcasting Corporation has noted with concern, audio-visual material circulating on various social media platforms featuring a staff member travelling on a South African airline.’
‘The SABC regrets this incident, and always encourages staff members to uphold the SABC values of respect and integrity in all their interactions.’
‘In the video clip, this staff member mentions the SABC and states that this incident will be broadcast on SABC News.’
The woman in the video was caught referring to herself as ‘ANC b*tch’ and saying that nothing can happen to her.
In a statement, the ANC called out the woman’s behaviour to be unruly and unbecoming and against the values and principles of the movement
‘The African National Congress (ANC) has noted with disgust and disdain the behavior of a woman aboard a domestic flight who acted in an unruly and unbecoming manner, while invoking the name of the ANC as if to justify her actions.
‘The ANC categorically distances itself from such behavior, which is contrary to the values and principles of our movement.’
‘Regardless of whether this individual is a member of the ANC, we unequivocally state that no person has the right to behave in such an unacceptable manner, and certainly not while misusing the good name of the ANC.
The party said that it has initiated an investigation into her membership status.
‘The ANC will not allow its name to be dragged through the mud by individuals who fail to uphold the dignity and decorum expected of all South Africans, let alone members of our organisation.’
The party called on all South Africans to act in a manner that promotes unity and respect for each other.
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