Key takeaways:
- Marc Muffley, 40, of Lansford, was arrested and faces federal charges after an explosive device was found in a suitcase at Lehigh Valley International Airport.
- The device was described by the FBI as a circular compound wrapped in wax paper and plastic wrap.
- The FBI and TSA are continuing to investigate the incident and the public is asked to report any suspicious activity to local law enforcement.
A Pennsylvania man was arrested and faces federal charges after an explosive device was found in a suitcase at Lehigh Valley International Airport on Monday. Marc Muffley, 40, of Lansford, was taken into custody by the FBI after the device was discovered during routine screening by Transportation Security Administration agents.
The TSA found a “circular compound, approximately three inches in diameter, wrapped in a wax-like paper and clear plastic wrap hidden in the lining of the baggage,” according to a criminal complaint. The device was described by the FBI as a circular compound wrapped in wax paper and plastic wrap.
The immediate area of the airport where the device was found was evacuated out of an abundance of caution. Muffley was arrested at his home Monday night. He is charged with attempting to bring an explosive onto an Orlando-bound flight.
The FBI and TSA are continuing to investigate the incident. The public is asked to report any suspicious activity to local law enforcement.
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