Foreign National Apprehended After Airport Altercation at VIA

An individual of foreign nationality has been apprehended following a physical altercation at Velana International Airport (VIA).

Footage depicting the individual engaged in a physical altercation within the check-in counter vicinity of the VIA terminal has been widely disseminated across social media platforms. The video captures the individual allegedly assaulting an airport staff member.

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Law enforcement authorities have confirmed that the individual involved in the altercation has been detained.

An ongoing investigation into the incident is currently underway.

According to reports, a video circulating on social media exhibits the individual in question purportedly assaulting an airport staff member and forcibly shoving another employee. However, bystanders intervened to restrain the individual.

The exact cause of the altercation remains subject to investigation.