A traveler by the name of Gregory Scott Hinkle, 53, was on his way through Washington National Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Sunday morning when something dawned on him. As he was heading to his gate AFTER having cleared the TSA check point he realized that he was carrying a loaded weapon. Realizing his gaffe he returned to report his oversight to the TSA.
So, what did the TSA do? They called the cops and he was charged with a misdemeanor.
Now, let us recap. He reported having the weapon, loaded at that, after he had already cleared the TSA screen in Washington DC’s dowtown(ish) airport.
A TSA spokesman said the agency reviewed airport surveillance camera videos of the incident and removed the screener from security duties while an investigation is under way.
“Appropriate actions will be taken once the investigation is complete,” spokesman Christopher White said.
Gee, really? Ya think?
[tags]TSA Blunder, Gun Missed By TSA, Airport Security[/tags]
It’s interesting that the TSA fired the screener at Reagan National Airport who let the passenger with the gun through security, yet they let police officers beat up passengers and keep their jobs.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XPNmxZwhMag
Does anyone know what happened to Gregory Scott Hinkle? Was he convicted of a crime? Also, is the prohibition on guns in the secure part of airports a state law, or federal regulation? Any information on this would be helpful.
Thanks.
Martin
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