This happened on October 21, 2026—six days ago. AIRLIVE published the report today, October 27.

Delta Flight DL184 Met by Police in Milan, Italy, After Reported Onboard Smoking
Police met a Delta Air Lines flight from New York at Milan Malpensa Airport in Italy after passengers reportedly smoked and caused disruption during the journey, according to AIRLIVE.
Flight DL184 departed John F. Kennedy International Airport on October 20. While flying over France, the crew requested police assistance upon arrival because of the passengers’ behaviour, the report said.
The Boeing 767-400ER, registration N828MH, landed safely at Milan Malpensa at 11:20 a.m. local time on October 21.
According to AIRLIVE, officers met the aircraft at the gate and escorted the passengers off for questioning and possible legal action.
Delta Flight DL184 Met by Police in Milan, Italy, After Passengers Reportedly Smoke Onboard
Police met Delta Air Lines flight DL184 at Milan Malpensa Airport on October 21 after passengers reportedly smoked and caused disruption during the flight from New York, according to AIRLIVE.
The aircraft departed John F. Kennedy International Airport on the evening of October 20. While crossing French airspace, the crew requested police assistance at the arrival gate because of disruptive behaviour onboard.
The Boeing 767-400ER, registered N828MH, landed safely at Malpensa at 11:20 a.m. local time on October 21.
According to the report, officers met the aircraft at the gate and escorted the passengers off for questioning and possible legal action.
Date note: AIRLIVE published this report on October 27, but the incident occurred on October 21.