British Airways Crew Hospitalized After Eating Marijuana Gummies
Three cabin crew members from British Airways were hospitalized after eating marijuana gummies given to them by a passenger. The incident occurred after their flight from Heathrow landed in Los Angeles the previous week. The gummies, containing as much as 300mg of THC, the psychoactive component of cannabis, led to an “out of body experience” for the unsuspecting crew.
Incident Overview
Upon arriving in Los Angeles, the tired crew members consumed the gummies while traveling in the crew bus. Shortly after, they realized they were experiencing unusual symptoms. As they reached their hotel, three crew members began to panic, feeling out of control. Emergency services were summoned, and they were quickly taken to the hospital for urgent care.
Response from British Airways
In response to the situation, British Airways deployed a new flight crew to operate the return flight to London. The affected crew members were later flown back to the UK on a separate flight. British Airways confirmed that the incident did not affect any passengers on the flight.
Statement from British Airways
According to a statement from the airline, “A small number of our crew reported feeling unwell at their hotel and have since recovered.” The airline is currently investigating the case to identify the passenger who distributed the drug-laced gummies.
The Risks of Consuming Unknown Edibles
Sources indicated that it is not uncommon for passengers to offer sweets to flight crews as a gesture of appreciation. However, the situation could have posed serious risks had the gummies been consumed while the aircraft was in flight. Experts emphasized that the quick arrival in the US prevented potentially disastrous consequences.
Potential Legal Consequences
If authorities identify the passenger who provided the gummies, they could face multiple charges related to drug distribution. This incident underscores the importance of safety and awareness among aircrew in handling unknown substances.
- Cabin crew members hospitalized after consuming gummies
- Incident occurred post-flight in Los Angeles
- Gummies contained up to 300mg of THC
- Quick response prevented further complications
- Investigation ongoing to find responsible passenger
