Drunk easyJet passenger who grabbed stewardess by neck on Manchester flight is jailed
An easyJet passenger who grabbed a stewardess by the neck after drinking three quarters of a bottle of whisky has been jailed for six months.
The stewardess warned Smith to be careful because the plane was landing, but was met by a ‘vacant’ stare. He then grabbed her by the neck with both hands, Minshull Street Crown Court heard.The woman managed to get away from Smith, before he tried to hit her again. In an attempt to defend herself, she pushed Smith back. He fell onto two seated passengers, and was restrained.
Smith said he bought two bottles of Famous Grouse whisky in duty free and had sunk three quarters of one bottle during the journey, describing himself as being ‘nine out of 10 drunk’. Defending, Colette Renton said her client’s recollection of the incident was ‘fragmented’ due to his intoxication. She said his fear of flying contributed to his drinking, and said he was going on a prearranged holiday for his 50th birthday which was a ‘relief’ for him and his partner following recent family bereavements.
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