Man allegedly had explosive device in his carry-on bag at airport: TSA
Summary
A man named Kimani Osayande Jones was arrested at Sacramento International Airport after an explosive device was found in his carry-on bag at a TSA checkpoint. He faces federal charges for carrying explosives at the airport and is being held without bail.Key Facts
- Kimani Osayande Jones, 49, was detained on May 30, 2026, at Sacramento International Airport.
- TSA found an improvised explosive device and a torch lighter capable of igniting it in his carry-on bag.
- The bag also contained a knife, scissors, scissor blades, an aerosol can, zip ties, and five cellphones.
- One cellphone had a 15-minute timer, and another showed a message saying, "we will be awaiting your call."
- Bomb technicians removed and examined the device, confirming it was active and could damage an aircraft.
- Jones was federally charged with unlawful possession of explosive material at an airport, punishable by up to 5 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
- He is held without bail at Sacramento County Jail on a federal hold.
- He had contacted the FBI multiple times in 2026, reporting being threatened and intimidated.
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