LOOK: TSA Finds Glass Replica Firearm In Logan Airport Carry-On

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BOSTON (CBS) -- TSA officers at Logan Airport encountered something unexpected on Wednesday during a security screening: a glass replica rifle.

State Police responded and let the California resident check it.

Dan Velez, TSA Media Spokesperson for New England, shared a picture of the rifle on Twitter.

Ever seen a glass replica firearm? Our @TSA officers @BostonLogan did when they detected this bad boy during security screening. @MassStatePolice responded and allowed the CA resident to check the item. Replica firearms can only travel in your checked bag. #nowyouknow pic.twitter.com/bNNzgIk2MG
— TSA_NewEngland (@TSA_NewEngland) July 14, 2021

State Police responded and let the California resident check it.

TSA says replica firearms are only allowed to travel in checked bags.