New Jersey Man Consumes 10 Edibles, Attempts to Open American Airlines Flight Door After Being Rejected for Sex by Flight Attendant
A New Jersey man reportedly consumed an excessive amount of marijuana edibles before attempting to open the door of an American Airlines flight mid-air. The chaotic event unfolded on July 18, 2024, aboard flight #2101, which was en route from Seattle to Dallas.
According to court documents released by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Utah, 26-year-old Eric Nicholas Gapco allegedly engaged in a series of disruptive behaviors that culminated in his attempt to breach the aircraft’s security.
Witnesses reported that after being rebuffed by a flight attendant when he propositioned her for sex, Gapco became increasingly agitated and began to act out.
Passengers and crew described a scene of chaos as Gapco ignored multiple requests to remain seated.
