<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2O5LkN_1H2DDfFZ00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2O5LkN_1H2DDfFZ00" width="1920" height="1080" ></figure>PITTSBURGH, PA — Police are reminding travelers to check their bags before arriving at Pittsburgh International Airport after responding to multiple firearms incidents at security checkpoints.The Allegheny County Police Department has responded to 24 incidents involving firearms at the TSA security checkpoint in 2026.Since November 1, officers have responded to five separate incidents involving firearms at TSA security checkpoints, resulting in multiple arrests.Firearms are not permitted through airport security checkpoints.Travelers who bring a firearm to a checkpoint may face criminal charges, removal from the screening process, travel delays, and substantial federal civil penalties imposed by the Transportation Security Administration.Current TSA civil penalties can reach up to $12,210 for a first offense and up to $17,062 for repeat offenders.Before leaving for the airport, travelers are encouraged to check all carry-on bags, backpacks, purses, and briefcases for prohibited items.Police also advise travelers to ensure firearms are not inadvertently left in luggage and to review TSA regulations regarding the lawful transport of firearms in checked baggage.</div></body>

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PITTSBURGH, PA — Police are reminding travelers to check their bags before arriving at Pittsburgh International Airport after responding to multiple firearms incidents at security checkpoints. The Allegheny County Police Department has responded to 24 incidents involving firearms at the TSA security checkpoint in 2026. Since November 1, officers...

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