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Virgin Atlantic Flight Attendant Arrested for Battery at Disney World

4/15/2026

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Keith Newman, a Virgin Atlantic flight attendant, was arrested in Florida on battery charge after allegedly pushing an 18-year-old at Disney World on Feb. 20.
The incident occurred as he waited in line for Tiana's Bayou Adventure ride.
Newman pleaded not guilty, was released on $1,000 bail, and returned to the United Kingdom.
The girl's father condemned Newman's actions as inexcusable, and Newman resumed his duties with Virgin Atlantic.

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Keith Newman, a Virgin Atlantic flight attendant, was arrested in Florida on battery charge after allegedly pushing an 18-year-old at Disney World on Feb. 20.
The incident occurred as he waited in line for Tiana's Bayou Adventure ride.
Newman pleaded not guilty, was released on $1,000 bail, and returned to the United Kingdom.
The girl's father condemned Newman's actions as inexcusable, and Newman resumed his duties with Virgin Atlantic.