A young Australian man has been charged after allegedly assaulting a passenger and cabin crew member on an international flight from Phuket to Melbourne. The 21-year-old allegedly grabbed the shoulders of a female crew member and shook her after she refused his request to hug him on-board the April 1 flight. Your email address: Email Us Get the Newsletter By continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy PolicyThe 21-year-old allegedly assaulted a crew member and a passenger. Credit: NewsWireThe 21-year-old was restrained by cabin crew until Australian Federal Police officers reached the arrivals gate. AFP Superintendent Stephen Cook said passengers and airline crew members were entitled to enjoy a safe journey on-board an aircraft.