US marine detained after TSA finds live explosive round in checked bag
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TSA discovers live 25mm explosive round in U.S. Marine's checked baggage at California airport.
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TSA security screening detected dangerous military ordnance, illustrating potential gaps in detecting explosives despite multi-layered airport screening.
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A US Marine was detained at Palm Springs International Airport in California after TSA screeners discovered a live 25mm explosive round in his checked baggage during a routine screening on Monday. The Marine told investigators he had found the round "in the field" approximately a year ago and kept it, believing it was inert. Live ammunition and explosives are strictly prohibited in airline checked and carry-on baggage under federal aviation security regulations. The incident was reported by the Palm Springs Police Department, which handled the detention. The case illustrates ongoing security challenges at commercial airports despite multi-layered screening procedures designed to prevent dangerous items from boarding aircraft.
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The Marine was detained; the case was handled by Palm Springs Police Department.
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