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Passenger Behind Screaming Kid on Plane—Internet Applauds His 7-Word Remark

Passenger Behind Screaming Kid on Plane—Internet Applauds His 7-Word Remark

Summary

A man on a flight from the U.K. to France told a child to "shut up" after the child caused a disturbance during the trip. He shared his story online, where it received mixed reactions from users. Some supported his actions, while others criticized the way he handled the situation.

Key Facts

  • The incident occurred on a flight from the U.K. to France.
  • The man, 28, posted about the event on Reddit's AITA forum.
  • Three children were sitting in front of the man; two behaved well, but one was noisy.
  • The child, estimated to be eight or nine, was disruptive and not listening to his mother.
  • The man's comment quieted the child, but the mother responded defensively.
  • Online reactions were mixed, with some agreeing and others disapproving.
  • The Reddit post received 5,200 upvotes and over 1,700 comments.

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