And I said it seemed strange.

When the plane arrived at the gate in Norfolk, passengers were instructed to stay put.

Three airport officers then walked to the back, where Kerrigan and the girls were seated.

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[They said], Sir, would you follow us?

Wed like to ask you some questions, Kerrigan said.

He was escorted off theplane, an act that he found rather humiliating and rude.

“Offensive”: Father Traveling With Teen Daughter Mistaken For Human Trafficker By Cabin Crew

I said, This is offensive.

I did find it very offensive.

I mean, I hadnt done anything wrong, he explained.

“Offensive”: Father Traveling With Teen Daughter Mistaken For Human Trafficker By Cabin Crew

One of these signs is a non-genuine relationship: particularly with a parent or guardian and a child.

Once detected, Southwest employees must immediately contact law enforcement officials, as stated on theirwebsite.

That was just a horrible way to go about it, he said.

“Offensive”: Father Traveling With Teen Daughter Mistaken For Human Trafficker By Cabin Crew

We all would like for them to catch child traffickers.

Thats a worthy goal.

But to humiliate somebody?

“Offensive”: Father Traveling With Teen Daughter Mistaken For Human Trafficker By Cabin Crew

Two instances in this story proves that, I hope the gentleman in this article sues and wins.

In the meantime bring me a coffee.

A user replied, I disagree.

“Offensive”: Father Traveling With Teen Daughter Mistaken For Human Trafficker By Cabin Crew

Though embarrassing, [even] angering, the flight attendants did the right thing.

Human traffickers are often sophisticated, and their victims indoctrinated.

Another echoed, He should be thankful they were making sure the girls were safe!

“Offensive”: Father Traveling With Teen Daughter Mistaken For Human Trafficker By Cabin Crew

What if theyd been with someone dangerous?

Yes, being questioned is unsettling at the time, but easily corrected.

“Offensive”: Father Traveling With Teen Daughter Mistaken For Human Trafficker By Cabin Crew

“Offensive”: Father Traveling With Teen Daughter Mistaken For Human Trafficker By Cabin Crew

“Offensive”: Father Traveling With Teen Daughter Mistaken For Human Trafficker By Cabin Crew

“Offensive”: Father Traveling With Teen Daughter Mistaken For Human Trafficker By Cabin Crew