Professional bareknuckle boxer and father Callum Kerr from Warrington, England, has died after suffering a medical emergency aboard a Jet2 flight traveling from Cyprus to the United Kingdom. The news of his death was confirmed by family members and reported by several UK media outlets, including the Manchester Evening News. Kerr became seriously ill after being restrained by fellow passengers during an incident on board the aircraft.
Who Was Callum Kerr?
Callum Kerr was a professional bare-knuckle boxer from Warrington in northwest England. He was also a father and was known within the combat sports community. His sudden death has drawn significant attention across the UK, with tributes continuing to be shared by friends, supporters, and members of the boxing world. As investigators continue examining the events that unfolded during the flight, many questions remain unanswered about the circumstances that led to the tragic incident.
What Happened on the Flight?
According to reports, Callum Kerr had boarded a Jet2 flight from Larnaca, Cyprus, to Manchester Airport with his girlfriend on June 21. During the journey, witnesses claimed that Kerr became disruptive and allegedly behaved aggressively toward passengers and cabin crew members. Reports also suggested that he had consumed a significant amount of alcohol before boarding the flight. As the situation escalated, fellow passengers reportedly restrained him while the aircraft continued its journey to Manchester.
Police Response After Landing
The plane landed at Manchester Airport during the early hours of June 22. Greater Manchester Police officers boarded the aircraft following reports of an alleged assault during the flight. When officers entered the plane, they found that passengers had already restrained Kerr. Images and videos later shared online showed police boarding the aircraft shortly after landing.
Authorities then discovered that Kerr was not breathing. Emergency responders immediately began cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and requested a defibrillator in an effort to save his life. He was then transported to a hospital after becoming critically ill. Despite medical treatment, Kerr later died, according to statements from his family.
Police Investigation Underway
Greater Manchester Police confirmed that an investigation has been launched into the circumstances surrounding the incident. A police spokesperson previously stated, “An investigation is underway after a man became critically ill following reports that the same individual had been aggressive and disruptive towards a passenger and crew members on a flight heading into Manchester Airport” Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the exact cause of Kerr’s medical emergency, and inquiries into the incident remain ongoing.
