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AFloridaman is in custody after repeatedlybeatinga passenger mid-flight.
The offender reportedly began to attack his victim while he was asleep on aUnited Airlinesflight.
The unfortunate passenger, who isdeafandnonverbal, suffered numerous wounds.
The offender has since been charged with afelony.
Thevictimhas not been identified publicly.
He was treated by adoctoron the flight for abrasions on his face and head.
As of Thursday, Nelson reportedly remained in custody and had not entered a plea.
Moreover, the Federal Aviation Administration said on Thursday that it was investigating the attack.
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