A Nashville airport passenger’s Christmas Eve turned chaotic when a dispute over spilled vodka escalated into a disorderly conduct incident, ultimately leading to her arrest. Kasa McCord, who had allegedly been drinking heavily prior to the incident, was taken into custody on charges of disorderly conduct, public intoxication, and resisting arrest.
The altercation began shortly before 8:30 p.m. at Nashville International Airport, coinciding with one of the busiest travel days of the year. According to airport police reports, a fight erupted between McCord and another passenger after she spilled a drink—initially thought to be water—on the terminal floor. Witnesses stated that a male passenger slipped on the spill as he attempted to assist in cleaning it up, which led to a heated exchange between McCord and other travelers.
Eyewitness accounts revealed that McCord had been visibly intoxicated prior to the incident. Fellow passengers reported seeing her with a full bottle of vodka. Tensions quickly escalated as McCord allegedly refused to take responsibility for the mess and became combative when challenged. “I was minding my business,” she reportedly exclaimed during the confrontation, which included a verbal back-and-forth with other passengers.
As chaos unfolded, airline staff and police were summoned to the scene. Officers attempted to mediate the situation, urging all parties to proceed to the ticket counter to rebook their flights. However, McCord remained obstinate, insisting on her right to stay and demanding assistance with her luggage. Her refusal to cooperate led to her being told multiple times to clear the area, which she did not comply with.
Ultimately, the police decided to arrest McCord for disorderly conduct after she continued to disrupt the flow of operations at the gate. Body camera footage captured her spirited resistance, as she questioned the officers, claiming they were unjustly targeting her. Despite her protests, she was cuffed and taken into custody.
During the arrest, police discovered a bottle of alcohol in McCord’s purse, confirming suspicions about her level of intoxication. Fellow passengers were asked to provide statements regarding the incident, with many reiterating that McCord had been the aggressor and had instigated the conflict.
Following her arrest, McCord was taken to the local jail, where she was processed and later released on a $5,000 bond. While her case has reportedly been closed, the incident serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of excessive drinking in public places, especially during the high-stress holiday travel season.
In the end, what should have been a joyous occasion for holiday travelers turned into an unexpected confrontation, highlighting the potential for chaos when alcohol and travel intersect.
