Undefined Explosive Device (UED)

Undefined Explosive Device (UED) event in Pennsylvania, Lehigh Valley International Airport area, United States of America on Wed 1st March 2023

1st March 2023

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ALLENTOWN, Pa. Ð A Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officer prevented an explosive device from being loaded onto a flight at Lehigh Valley International Airport on Monday, Feb. 27. The device was detected during the routine screening of checked baggage. The suitcase triggered an alarm when it entered the baggage screening unit, which required a TSA officer to physically inspect the contents of the luggage. During the inspection, the TSA officer located an item inside the suitcase that appeared to be suspicious and was believed to possibly be a live explosive device.

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Pennsylvania ( Lehigh Valley International Airport area )

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