Virginia Family Sues Delta and KLM Airlines Over Bed Bug Bites During Flight
Delta Airlines and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines are facing a lawsuit from a Virginia family who claims they were bitten by bed bugs during a flight earlier this year. The Albuquerque family from Roanoke alleges that the bites caused welts, lesions, and rashes on their bodies, leading to discomfort and medical expenses. The lawsuit includes photos of the alleged injuries.
The family's vacation was reportedly ruined by the bed bug bites, causing embarrassment, anxiety, and inconvenience. Delta and KLM Airlines have not yet responded to requests for comment on the lawsuit. Delta stated that the flights in question were not operated by them, while KLM mentioned that they could not comment on the specific allegations at this time.
The plaintiffs in the case are Romulo Albuquerque, Lisandra Garcia, and their two children, Benicio and Lorenzo Albuquerque. They took a Delta flight from Roanoke to Atlanta, followed by a KLM flight to Amsterdam and then to Belgrade, Serbia, where they intended to visit family and friends. During the flight to Amsterdam, Mrs. Garcia felt bugs crawling on her and realized she was being bitten, prompting the family to alert the flight attendants.
The lawsuit alleges that the flight attendants advised the family to keep quiet to prevent a panic on the airplane. The family claims that the bed bug infestation on the flight caused them physical and emotional distress, leading to a loss of personal items and clothing. The legal proceedings are ongoing, and Delta and KLM are expected to respond to the allegations through the appropriate legal channels.
In conclusion, the Albuquerque family's lawsuit against Delta Airlines and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines highlights the serious consequences of a bed bug infestation during a flight. The family's claims of discomfort, embarrassment, and medical expenses underscore the importance of maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in air travel to ensure the well-being of passengers.