Florida Couple Arrested After Refusing to Deplane from American Airlines Flight Amid Health Concerns

A dramatic incident at Miami International Airport on Tuesday culminated in the arrest of a couple who refused to leave an American Airlines flight following concerns about a man’s visibly bloody head. The confrontation began when Eugenio Ernesto Hernandez-Garnier, 27, and his wife, Yusleydis Blanca Loyola, 32, were asked to disembark from their Las Vegas-bound flight.

Health Concerns Prompt Request for Removal

The disturbance started when Hernandez-Garnier boarded the flight with a head injury that was visibly bleeding and a bandage that appeared to be dislodging. The situation was captured in a live TikTok video posted by Loyola. Flight crew members expressed immediate concerns about the health and cleanliness risks posed by Hernandez-Garnier’s condition. They initially requested that he clean the blood and adjust his bandages, which he claimed were not available.

When Hernandez-Garnier failed to address the situation, the crew decided to ask him and his wife to leave the plane to prevent potential contamination and health risks. Hernandez-Garnier and Loyola refused to comply, leading the crew to call in airport police for assistance.

Escalation and Arrest

The situation escalated further when police arrived at the scene to remove the couple. Despite their efforts to escort them off the plane, Hernandez-Garnier and Loyola continued to resist. During the altercation, Loyola was heard yelling in Spanish on the TikTok video, explaining that the blood on Hernandez-Garnier was from a recent surgery. Fellow passengers, who were also asked to leave the plane due to the health risk, were reportedly cheering as the couple was escorted away.

Following their removal from the flight, Hernandez-Garnier and Loyola were taken to a nearby hospital for evaluation. They were later booked at Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center. Loyola’s mugshot captured her in a hospital gown, while Hernandez-Garnier’s mugshot showed blood still visible on his head.

Charges and Legal Consequences

The couple faces legal consequences including charges of trespassing after a warning and resisting an officer without violence. The incident highlights the challenges airlines and law enforcement face in managing health and safety concerns onboard flights, particularly when passengers refuse to cooperate.

American Airlines and Miami International Airport staff are continuing to address the situation, ensuring that similar incidents are handled efficiently in the future. The couple’s arrest underscores the importance of complying with crew requests and the potential legal ramifications of failing to adhere to airline policies.

Sources: AirGuide Business airguide.info, bing.com, timesofindia.indiatimes.com