Leanna Perry, a 32-year-old illustration artist from New York City, triggered a violent outburst on a Southwest Airlines flight departing LaGuardia Airport. Intoxicated, she allegedly grabbed another passenger by the hair, spat in her face, and hurled insults—leading witnesses to describe her as “possessed.”
Flight crew and fellow travelers attempted to restrain Perry, who continued kicking, swearing, and assaulting officers even after being subdued with zip ties. She was eventually removed from the plane and taken into custody.
Perry, who has collaborated with brands such as Maybelline, Adidas, MAC, Steve Madden, Betsey Johnson, and Nicole Miller, was arrested on multiple charges, including aggravated assault, resisting arrest, disorderly conduct, harassment, and attempted assault. She was released later that day and is scheduled to appear in court on September 3.