PHOENIX — A Southwest Airlines flight was forced to return to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport due to an incident onboard, described as an “altercation” by a company representative. Flight 1699, bound for Columbus, Ohio, experienced this unexpected turn of events on Monday evening.

The Phoenix Police Department reported that neither individual directly involved was arrested. According to officers, both passengers remained uncooperative during the investigation, and one was ultimately removed from the aircraft.

As of now, further details surrounding the incident have not been disclosed. This disruption contributed to an already busy travel period, as Sky Harbor has been experiencing delays throughout the weekend owing to increased holiday traffic.

This is a developing story; additional updates will follow as more information becomes available.