URGENT UPDATE: A former California Highway Patrol captain has been sentenced to probation following a shocking incident on a JetBlue flight to Los Angeles. Dennis Woodbury, 50, from Azusa, was placed on three years’ probation and ordered to complete 100 hours of community service for his behavior on April 13, 2025.
In a disturbing turn of events, reports confirm that Woodbury, who was intoxicated, engaged in “abusive sexual contact” with flight attendants during the flight from Fort Lauderdale, Florida to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). He pleaded guilty to a federal charge that could have carried a sentence of up to two years in prison.
U.S. District Judge Percy Anderson opted for probation instead of jail time, requiring Woodbury to undergo outpatient substance abuse and mental health treatment and to refrain from alcohol. This decision has raised eyebrows given the severity of his actions.
According to prosecutors, Woodbury consumed a bottle of Prosecco before the flight took off, leading to multiple instances of inappropriate behavior. He reportedly showed one flight attendant a pornographic photo and suggested a cruise with another. The climax of his misconduct involved slapping a flight attendant’s behind and exposing himself in the plane’s galley.
Flight attendants confirmed to law enforcement that Woodbury’s advances were non-consensual, leading to federal charges. The incident has sparked discussions about passenger conduct and accountability in the air.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT: Woodbury is required to complete treatment and community service as part of his probation. The case highlights the urgent need for stricter regulations regarding passenger behavior on flights. Authorities are expected to review policies to prevent similar incidents in the future.
As this story develops, many are questioning the balance between accountability and rehabilitation for offenders in such troubling situations. Stay tuned for more updates as they unfold.
