California Bomb Scare: Man Enters Airport Carrying Explosive In Plastic Bag, Held

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• California Bomb Scare: Man Enters Airport Carrying Explosive In Plastic Bag, Held Published By, Last Updated: June 04, 2026, 19:47 IST A 49-year-old Sacramento man was arrested at Sacramento International Airport with a viable explosive device and weapons, and charged with unlawful possession of explosive material (AI Image) A 49-year-old man was arrested at California’s Sacramento International Airport after authorities allegedly discovered an explosive device and several suspicious items in his possession while he attempted to pass through a security checkpoint.
• According to federal prosecutors, the Sacramento resident was detained on Saturday after Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers identified what was later determined to be a viable explosive device among his belongings.
• The man was reportedly wearing latex gloves and a scarf covering his face when he arrived at the airport checkpoint.
• Investigators said he was also carrying a torch lighter, a knife, zip ties and five mobile phones.