"Record Number of Firearms Seized at US Airports in First Quarter of 2024"
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The Transportation Security Administration intercepted 1,503 firearms in carry-on bags at US airports during the first quarter of 2024, with 93% of them being loaded. Despite a lower average rate of interceptions compared to the same period in 2023 due to increased passenger screenings, the number of firearms discovered remained nearly steady. TSA Administrator David Pekoske emphasized the importance of following proper procedures for transporting firearms, including declaring them at the ticket counter and securing them in checked baggage. Violations can result in stiff fines and arrest.
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