Sydney Airport emergency: Flights grounded after passenger threat on Malaysia Airlines flight forces plane to turn back

FLIGHTS at Sydney Airport have been grounded after a plane was forced to turn back following an “emergency incident” in the air. Police have swarmed the scene after reports of a passenger onboard Malaysian Airlines flight 122 “threatening staff.” The passenger reportedly threatened staff Details of the incident are still emerging and social media posts of the alleged bust-up have begun to circulate. The rowdy passenger was seen being spoken to by staff in one image. A spokesperson for the Australian Federal Police said: “We’re responding to an emergency incident at Sydney International Airport, and an update will be provided.” A Sydney Airport spokesperson said: “We are currently supporting emergency agencies in the management of an incident at the airport. “The airport is operational with flights arriving and departing. Passengers are encouraged to check directly with their airline regarding the status of their flight.” More to follow…For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at Sun Online.The-sun.com is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TheSunUS and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheUSSun.