Awkward Moments in Headline Writing

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Sept. 16, 2002: The Grauniad's attempt at a clipped headline style only makes it sound like the suspected hijacker is a lonely young man who wanted some human contact. Heck, they may think that. In fact, the prosecutor asked the court to hold Kerim Chatty in custody until the investigation is concluded.