TSA Stops Passengers with Grenades and Ammunition at Hawaii Airports

By Ivan PetrenkoJul 15, 2024 23:30 PMNews
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Two passengers were arrested for attempting to travel with grenades and ammunition at major airports in Hawaii. Both incidents occurred in mid-July and led to significant security disruptions.

Grenades at Hilo International Airport

On July 11, 2024, TSA agents at Hilo International Airport (ITO) on the island of Hawaii discovered two grenades in a traveler’s carry-on luggage during X-ray screening around 5:30 a.m. The area was evacuated to protect employees and travelers until bomb disposal units confirmed the grenades were inactive and posed no threat.

The luggage belonged to 41-year-old Japanese national Akito Fukushima, who was departing the U.S. but did not disclose his final destination. Authorities are investigating how Fukushima obtained the grenades and his intentions. He was arrested for first-degree terroristic threatening and is cooperating with officials.

Hawaii County Police Captain Brian Prudencio reminded the public to be mindful of travel restrictions on certain items. The security checkpoint reopened at 6:50 a.m., approximately an hour and twenty minutes after the initial discovery. TSA regulations prohibit any type of grenades, including replicas, in both carry-on and checked baggage.

Live Ammunition at Honolulu International Airport

On July 12, 2024, TSA agents at Honolulu International Airport (HNL) found live ammunition in the carry-on bag of 35-year-old Anthony Fuller during a routine check. Fuller, a convicted felon, was arrested by Deputy Sheriffs for possession of ammunition, a violation of his felony conviction.

Fuller faces charges of being a prohibited person in possession of ammunition and violating an order for protection. If convicted, he could face up to 10 years in prison for possessing ammunition illegally as a felon.

Regulations for Firearms and Ammunition in Airports

U.S. airlines allow passengers to transport unloaded firearms and ammunition under strict regulations. Firearms must be unloaded and checked in hard-sided, locked cases. Ammunition is limited to 11 lbs (5 kg) per person and must be packaged to prevent shock and movement, either in its original packaging or in wooden or metal boxes.

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