This inert grenade was discovered by TSA officers at a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport security checkpoint on June 15.
DETROIT – Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport detected an inert grenade during routine screening at the airport’s security checkpoint last week.
On June 15, TSA officers discovered a grenade in a traveler’s carry-on bag. The security checkpoint was evacuated and closed until a TSA explosive specialist and airport law enforcement determined the grenade was inert. Replicas of explosives, such as hand grenades, are prohibited in both checked and carry-on baggage.
“I am proud of our dedicated officers who remain vigilant and work hard to keep our transportation systems secure and the traveling public safe,” said TSA’s Federal Security Director for Michigan, Reggie Stephens. “When individuals bring prohibited items to our checkpoints, it significantly slows down the security screening process for other travelers."
To help travelers prepare for their flights, TSA provides the “What Can I Bring” feature that allows travelers to type in an item to learn if it can be packed in a carry-on or checked bag. Another option is texting questions to 275-872 (“AskTSA”) or through @AskTSA on X or Facebook Messenger, where an automated virtual assistant is available 24/7.