TSA Discovers 82 Fireworks and Weapons in Passenger’s Carry-On at LAX

The shocking discovery at Los Angeles International Airport highlights the importance of adhering to TSA guidelines during the busy holiday travel season.

A female passenger’s carry-on bag was flagged during an X-ray scan at LAX’s Terminal 4 on December 15, revealing 82 consumer-grade fireworks, three knives, two replica firearms, and a canister of pepper spray.
The TSA officer who inspected the bag described its contents as 'extremely concerning,' prompting the involvement of airport police and a bomb squad to confiscate the fireworks.
The passenger was traveling to Philadelphia, but authorities have not disclosed whether she was detained or allowed to board her flight.
TSA officials reiterated that fireworks are never permitted on airplanes, and items like knives and replica firearms must be packed in checked luggage, not carry-ons.
The incident occurred during the holiday travel season, with TSA expecting to screen nearly 40 million passengers nationwide between December 19 and January 2.

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