A St. Charles Parish sheriff’s deputy was captured on video assisting with security while travelers waited in a three-hour security line at MSY International Airport. The video showed the deputy shouting at people who were in the parking garage, waiting to get through the TSA line.
What Happened at the Airport?
Viewer video shows frustrated travelers in a long line, with some shouting and arguing. The deputy, identified as a member of the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office, is seen trying to calm the crowd. Sheriff Greg Champagne confirmed that the deputy in the video works for his department.
In a statement, Champagne acknowledged that tensions were high due to the long wait times and the risk of missing flights.
Sheriff’s Response to the Incident
Initially, Sheriff Greg Champagne said, “It is clear that tensions are running high with both air travelers and everyone else whose job it is to maintain order and safety.” He added that his department would review the incident to understand the full context of what happened.
However, in a second statement, Champagne praised the deputy’s actions. He explained that the situation at the airport was becoming increasingly chaotic, with heated arguments and profanity-laced confrontations among the travelers. Champagne stated that the deputy had been asked to rush to the parking garage to help restore order.
Deputy’s Quick Action Restores Order
Champagne explained that, upon arriving, the deputy observed heated arguments between travelers, which were on the verge of becoming physical. The crowd, described as a “mob,” was pushing forward with no lines. In response, the deputy raised his voice and loudly informed everyone about the proper process, calming the situation without using profanity.
Airport officials were thankful for the deputy’s quick and decisive action.
