Ryanair Passenger Alleges $2,000 Luggage Damage on France-UK Flight

A Ryanair passenger has publicly criticized the budget airline after discovering their checked luggage and approximately $2,000 worth of belongings were severely damaged, described as being "shredded" and looking like they had been "mauled by a tiger." The incident occurred after the passenger flew from Nice, France, to London Stansted Airport, where the bag failed to appear on the conveyor belt, only to be found in pieces held by an airport worker. The damaged items included shredded clothing, sliced shoes, broken cables, and a smashed drone controller, causing significant distress to the traveler. Ryanair reportedly did not respond to the passenger's claim, prompting them to share their experience on Reddit to raise awareness nationally. The passenger was instructed to fill out a detailed damage report within 48 hours but faced difficulties carrying the remains of their belongings, which were placed in a bin bag by airport staff. This incident highlights concerns over Ryanair's handling of checked baggage and customer service in addressing severe damage claims.