Passenger Threatens Flight Attendant with Sharp Object on MSY Flight

A man in Jefferson Parish, New Orleans, threatened a flight attendant with a sharp object on a Delta flight at Louis Armstrong International Airport. The man, identified as 39-year-old Nelson Montgomery, cut himself before grabbing the flight attendant and injuring her. The flight attendant suffered superficial injuries, while Nelson was taken to a local hospital. He has been charged with aggravated battery, simple battery, and disturbing the peace. Delta Airlines responded, stating that they have zero tolerance for unruly behavior on their aircraft. Court documents reveal that Nelson has a history of assault and weapon charges.