Let me get this right: if I miss a flight and someone from PS is there to help me, I call for a LEO for unlawful detention, right? Uh... I think this is about a company who was wilfully violating their contractual agreement with the airline as well as passengers who were violating their Conditions of Carriage (easily available on aa.com.)

But I didn't see where anyone was detained, or prevented from boarding the flight they intended to board (according to their purchased itinerary, PNR and boarding passes,) nor did I read about anyone being sick or in need of assistance. They were merely intercepted, a discussion ensued and they were offered escort to their departure gate.

I still fail to see where any personal freedoms were violated here. Shoot, they didn't even have to take their shoes off!