Delta flight returns to Airport after passenger tries to access cockpit

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HOUSTON -- A man has been detained by police after allegedly exhibiting "unruly and unlawful behavior towards other customers" that caused a flight to return to Houston shortly after taking off, according to Delta Airlines and law enforcement.

The flight, departing from William P. Hobby Airport, was headed to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.

"The safety of our customers and crew is paramount, and Delta has zero tolerance for unruly behavior. We apologize to our customers for this experience and delay in their travels," Delta said in a statement on Wednesday.

After taking off, it landed at the William P. Hobby Airport in Houston around 5:40 a.m. local time, according to the FAA. The flight was only in the air for about 15 minutes.

A passenger on the flight told ABC News Atlanta affiliate WSB that the unruly man "started punching everybody" before he was taken off the plane.

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