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Duct-Taped Passenger Claims Amnesia After Rampage
16 Sep
Summary
- Passenger duct-taped for unruly behavior, claims no memory.
- Allegedly shouted profanities and antisemitic remarks.
- Employer ended affiliation after the incident.
On September 3, 2026, American Airlines flight 618 experienced an emergency landing in Baltimore due to a disruptive passenger. Authorities found Layne Arthur Lundeen, 67, restrained with duct tape and zip ties. He was charged with second-degree assault and disorderly conduct.
During his initial court appearance on September 4, 2026, Lundeen claimed he did not remember the events, admitting only to consuming "two screwdrivers." Reports indicate he became increasingly unruly, allegedly shouting profanities and racial slurs, and striking a female passenger. He also reportedly assaulted an officer after being unrestrained.
A fellow passenger, described as a "celebrity pastor," recalled Lundeen becoming agitated when discussing religion and Cahn's books, allegedly shouting antisemitic remarks and grabbing his neck. The altercation reportedly concluded when other passengers intervened and restrained Lundeen. Following the incident, Lundeen's employer, Long Realty, ended its affiliation with him.
