According to Phoenix police, Yukari Mihamae, a 61-year-old Colorado woman was attempting to board a flight at Sky Harbor International Airport in Phoenix Thursday when she allegedly refused to go through passenger screening process.
Investigators say Mihamae was arguing with a female agent when she allegedly squeezed the agent's left breast and then twisted it.
When Phoenix police arrived at the airport to investigate, Mihamae reportedly admitted to grabbing the agent.
Mihamae was booked into jail on a charge of sexual assault. She was released after posting bond on Friday.
"TSA officers work every day to protect the traveling public, and the agency will not tolerate assaults against its workforce," said a TSA spokesperson in response to the incident.
In the meanwhile, several Facebook fan pages have been created to support Mihamae's actions or assist with her legal defense costs.
