Summary

TSA officers at Los Angeles International Airport stopped a traveler carrying 82 fireworks, 3 knives, 2 replica firearms, and pepper spray on a Philadelphia-bound flight on Dec. 15.

The discovery shocked TSA staff, prompting officials to remind travelers to thoroughly check their bags for prohibited items, especially during the busy holiday season.

It remains unclear if the woman was arrested or barred from her flight.

TSA emphasized the importance of following security guidelines to avoid delays and safety concerns at airports.

  • lemmyng
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    592 days ago

    The surprising part is that the TSA actually managed to find something.

    • @thesohoriots
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      162 days ago

      The discovery shocked TSA staff

      Presumably because they had a supervisor come over to hold up the silhouette cards from training and match the shapes.

    • @[email protected]
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      62 days ago

      If you put all the bad things in one bag they have a chance. Spread that over 100 people and it probably all gets through.