Minnesota man arrested at Bangor airport after tarmac dispute

Published: Aug. 31, 2026 at 2:05 PM EDT|Updated: Aug. 31, 2026 at 6:57 PM EDT

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - A Minnesota man was arrested for disorderly conduct after landing at Bangor International Airport over the weekend.

Bangor police said officers were called Saturday night after Jeffrey Wazenegger, 59, became upset about the wait on the tarmac. Police said he was yelling and being aggressive toward staff and other passengers.

When officers arrived, they said Wazenegger attempted to push past them and leave the sky bridge.

Jeffrey Wazenegger
Jeffrey Wazenegger(Bangor Police Department)

Officers tried to detain him, but police said he physically resisted them and caused minor injuries to one officer.

Wazenegger is facing charges of disorderly conduct, refusing to submit to arrest, and assault on a police officer.