Man Found with Gun, Knives at Airport
A Tioga man is facing charges after being found with a loaded handgun and two knives in his carry-on baggage at the Elmira-Corning Regional Airport.
53-year-old Michael Rinehart is charged with a misdemeanor count of criminal possession of a weapon, but authorities say it’s possible he could face federal charges as well. They have, however, ruled out terrorism.
The Transportation Security Administration says the .38-caliber revolver, a 9-inch knife and a utility knife were found in Rinehart’s bag during screening. He told Chemung County sheriff’s deputies and the FBI that he forgot the gun and knives were in his bag.
Rinehart was released on $100,000 bail. He's due back in court January 3.
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53-year-old Michael Rinehart is charged with a misdemeanor count of criminal possession of a weapon, but authorities say it’s possible he could face federal charges as well. They have, however, ruled out terrorism.
The Transportation Security Administration says the .38-caliber revolver, a 9-inch knife and a utility knife were found in Rinehart’s bag during screening. He told Chemung County sheriff’s deputies and the FBI that he forgot the gun and knives were in his bag.
Rinehart was released on $100,000 bail. He's due back in court January 3.
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