Alaska Airlines flight from Portland to Dallas made an emergency landing in Boise, Idaho, following an alleged assault by a passenger on crew members. The 61-year-old woman, Tracy Barkhimer, of White Salmon, Washington, was arrested on Tuesday after reportedly attacking at least one airline employee during the flight. The incident, which involved erratic behavior and physical altercations with the crew, necessitated the emergency landing at Boise Airport. According to the Boise Police Department, Barkhimer is charged with two counts of misdemeanor battery.
During the flight, Barkhimer was exhibiting