Airport X-ray exposes dangerous weapon illegally concealed in passenger's carry-on

TSA officers at Watertown International Airport discovered a spent M18 smoke grenade concealed within an aerosol container in a passenger’s carry-on bag. Despite the passenger’s claim of forgetting it was there, the item was identified through X-ray screening and confirmed to be inert by an explosives expert. This incident highlights the importance of travelers checking their bags for prohibited items before heading to the airport.

• TSA officers at Watertown International Airport found a spent M18 smoke grenade in a passenger’s carry-on bag, hidden inside an aerosol container.
• The discovery was made when an X-ray machine operator noticed an unusual appearance of the item.
• The passenger claimed they had forgotten the smoke grenade was in their bag.
• An explosives expert confirmed the grenade was not live, but officials stressed that such items are prohibited.
• TSA officials remind travelers to check their bags and TSA.gov for prohibited items to avoid delays and disruptions.