Explosive Encounter: US Marine Detained at Airport for Carrying Live Ammunition
A US Marine was arrested after Transportation Security Administration personnel discovered a live explosive round in his checked luggage at a California airport. The Marine claimed he had found the round in the field a year ago and kept it.
Explosive Encounter: A US Marine found himself in hot water after Transportation Security Administration (TSA) personnel discovered a live 25mm explosive round in his checked baggage at a California airport. The incident occurred on Monday at the Palm Springs International Airport, where the Marine was preparing to board a flight.
According to a news release from the Palm Springs Police Department, the explosive round was detected during the routine screening process of the Marine's checked luggage. The Marine, whose identity has not been disclosed, told investigators that he had found the round
