In Surgut, transport police removed two intoxicated men who sparked a confrontation on a passenger aircraft. The incident was reported by the Ministry of Internal Affairs Media and is part of ongoing efforts to ensure safety on flights and at airports.
The disturbance occurred on February 14, as the plane prepared for its scheduled departure to Yekaterinburg. The two men, visibly under the influence, began arguing aggressively with each other and ignored repeated requests from the crew to settle down. The situation escalated to the point where the aircraft commander refused boarding for the troublemakers and alerted law enforcement officials on the ground.
When officers arrived, they separated and detained the two individuals. Investigators determined that both had just finished work and had started the evening with drinks at the airport before boarding the plane and continuing their quarrel in the cabin.
Both men were asked to undergo a sobriety assessment. One agreed to the test, revealing a blood alcohol concentration of 0.658 mg/l. An administrative report was filed against him under the statute covering public intoxication in public places. The second passenger refused the test and directed abusive language toward the police. An administrative protocol was started against him under the article concerning petty hooliganism, reflecting his disruptive behavior in public spaces.
The two offenders were placed in a designated holding area for detainees and remained there until their level of intoxication decreased to a safer and more manageable state. This measure ensured that they could be processed calmly and without risk to other passengers or crew members.
There is a broader context to these events. Earlier, reports indicated another incident involving a fight on a plane traveling from the United Arab Emirates back to Moscow, illustrating a recurring challenge of maintaining decorum and safety on international and domestic flights. Authorities continue to monitor such incidents closely, emphasizing that disruptive conduct on board or at airports will be met with prompt intervention and appropriate legal action to protect travelers and staff.