TSA intercepts loaded gun in carry-on at Lancaster Airport - MASHAHER

LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A loaded handgun was intercepted by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) at a security checkpoint at the Lancaster Airport on Sunday, Sept 22.

The TSA said the X-ray unit at the security checkpoint alerted TSA of a 9mm firearm packed in a man’s carry-on bag.

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According to the TSA, the weapon was found loaded with seven bullets, one of which was in the chamber. An additional loaded magazine was packed next to it.

Manheim Township Police were notified of the incident and allowed the man to return his firearm to his vehicle, per TSA.

The man faces a financial civil penalty, which can reach a maximum fine of $15,000, TSA said.

“Bringing loaded guns to checkpoints is a serious security violation and this individual can expect to receive a federal fine that will be in the thousands of dollars,” said Karen Keys-Turner, TSA’s Federal Security Director for the airport. “Individuals are responsible for the contents of their baggage. TSA has been in existence since shortly after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on our nation, and people should know that they cannot bring a firearm or any other prohibited item onto a plane.”