TSA finds hidden smoke grenades at Indianapolis airport

The Brief

  • TSA found two live smoke grenades hidden in a traveler’s checked bag at Indianapolis International Airport, including one inside a peanut butter jar.
  • The discovery was among several unusual items recently highlighted by TSA, including hidden turtles, knives and a replica pipe bomb.
  • TSA reminds travelers to review security rules before flying and avoid packing prohibited items.

INDIANAPOLIS Last week, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Indianapolis International Airport intercepted two live smoke grenades hidden inside a traveler’s checked luggage, including one concealed inside a jar of peanut butter.

The prohibited items were detected during routine baggage screening and safely removed before the bag was loaded onto the aircraft.

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