Minnesota man dragged off flight after alleged drunken brawl

(CBS/KCBS) Los Angeles - Police arrested a Minnesota man Wednesday night at the Los Angeles International Airport after he allegedly got into a drunken altercation with a flight attendant.

According to CBS Los Angeles, Allen Chaves was dragged off Delta Flight 2321 from Minnesota. He is now being held on one count of misdemeanor assault in connection with the incident, the FBI said.

According to the station, authorities said Chaves was drunk and being disruptive during the flight, from Minneapolis to Los Angeles, to the point where he fought with a flight attendant. Chaves had to be restrained and the airline contacted the FBI about the incident.

Passengers reportedly applauded once Chaves was removed from the plane. There is a possibility he will face more serious charges.