An American Airlines flight was diverted to Baltimore after a passenger became violent mid-flight. The passenger allegedly physically assaulted another traveler and hurled racial slurs at a flight attendant. A retired law enforcement officer, Juan Mejia, and a flight attendant successfully intervened, restraining the disruptive individual with zip ties and duct tape. The quick response ensured the safety of other passengers and crew. The flight, originally traveling from Dallas to Newark, experienced a significant delay due to the incident. Authorities are expected to investigate and press charges following the unscheduled landing. The airline confirmed the incident and thanked the crew for their swift actions.