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Old Jan 26, 2012 | 5:59 pm
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knoa_knows
 
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That is hilarious - I saw the exact same thing about seven years ago in Mexico City. Someone is trying to take chainsaws all over the world. I totally assumed it was a joke, but all the other items in the case seemed legit.

Originally Posted by MM/PM widget
About 10 years ago while clearing the security line at CVG I notices a display case of items the sign claimed had been confiscated from passengers. One of the items was a 16 inch chain saw accompanied by a 1 gallon gas container. I asked one of the agents if that was a joke and he said "NO" someone actually thought they could bring those items on the plane with them. Thoughts of a remake of "Texas Chain Saw Massacre" went through my head.
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