Greater Manchester Police are seeking witnesses following a series of disturbances at Manchester Airport’s Terminal 2 on the evening of Tuesday, 23 July 2024. Authorities are investigating three distinct events that unfolded over a period of just over an hour, leading to heightened security and concern.
The initial incident involved a heated altercation among passengers of Qatar Airways flight QR023, which arrived at 19:20. Police are currently investigating the origin of the dispute to determine whether it started in-flight or escalated in the terminal’s baggage claim area.
Further details on the nature of the other two incidents have not been fully disclosed as investigations are ongoing. However, the authorities have confirmed that these events are being treated with utmost seriousness, and efforts are underway to gather evidence and witness statements.
Greater Manchester Police have issued an appeal for any witnesses or anyone with information related to these events to come forward. They are particularly interested in speaking with passengers on flight QR023 or those who were in the vicinity of the baggage claim area during the time of the altercation.