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Two British tourists arrested at Heraklion after disruptive flight

Saturday, 20 June 2026/SourceFlashnews/1 min read
Two British tourists were arrested upon landing at Heraklion International Airport after allegedly causing a serious disturbance aboard a flight from Manchester. The pair are reported to have been under the influence of alcohol and disrupted both crew and passengers throughout the flight. They were taken into custody immediately upon arrival at the airport. This incident is a reminder that Greek authorities and airlines take in-flight misconduct seriously. Passengers traveling to Crete should be aware that disruptive behavior on board can result in arrest upon landing, regardless of the flight's origin. Heraklion Airport continues to operate normally and there is no reported impact on other flights or travelers.

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