“17 bullets found in diaper at LaGuardia Airport security.”
Security officers at New York’s LaGuardia Airport made a startling discovery on Wednesday, uncovering a peculiar situation involving a diaper. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) revealed that 17 bullets were hidden within a disposable baby diaper. The seemingly innocent diaper, devoid of any visible signs of tampering, raised red flags when it set off an alarm during screening via an X-ray machine at the airport’s security checkpoint.
Following the alert triggered by the diaper, officers swiftly retrieved it from a passenger’s carry-on bag. The TSA reported that the individual initially professed ignorance regarding the presence of the bullet-laden diaper in his possession. However, he later altered his statement, suggesting that his girlfriend might have placed it in his bag.
The passenger, hailing from Arkansas, was earmarked for a flight destined for Chicago’s Midway Airport. However, the TSA refrained from disclosing the passenger’s identity. Port Authority police took legal action against him, citing unlawful possession of 9mm ammunition.
This bizarre incident at LaGuardia Airport underscores the vigilance and thoroughness exercised by security personnel, as even seemingly harmless items can conceal potentially dangerous contraband. The situation also highlights the importance of stringent security protocols in identifying and addressing potential threats to aviation safety.
