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alp227

(32,046 posts) Mon Jul 8, 2013, 04:31 PM Jul 2013

Fake gun seized at Salt Lake City airport

A realistic replica of a handgun was confiscated by security at Salt Lake City International Airport on Sunday.

The replica, which turned out to be an elaborate case for a flash drive, appeared on the X-ray screen during a routine check of carry-on baggage at 7:10 p.m.

Transportation Security Administration officers questioned the male passenger carrying the replica and allowed him to board his flight to Phoenix after deciding he was not a threat. No charges were filed.

TSA spokeswoman Lorie Dankers said this type of situation is a common occurrence for TSA officers.

full: http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/news/56567012-78/tsa-carry-replica-passengers.html.csp

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That passenger was asking to get slapped NightWatcher Jul 2013 #1

NightWatcher

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1. That passenger was asking to get slapped

Reply to alp227 (Original post)

Mon Jul 8, 2013, 04:35 PM

Jul 2013

How did that even seem like a good idea?

It isn't too realistic because of the size of it, but I still think the passenger was asking for it to be taken away.

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