- A passenger at Indianapolis International Airport attempted to smuggle two live smoke grenades in his checked luggage.
- One of the grenades was discovered hidden inside a jar of peanut butter after being flagged for additional screening by TSA.
- The unnamed passenger informed officials that a friend had suggested this method for concealing the grenades.
- TSA officials quickly identified the items, preventing any disruption to airport operations, and warned of severe consequences for attempting to hide banned items.
- A TSA official emphasized the potential danger, noting that cabin pressurization could cause grenades to release smoke mid-flight, and described the incident as highly unusual.
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