Originally Posted by
TSAPressSec
Each day, we come across bulk cash at checkpoints nationwide. But when discovered, we do refer these matters directly to law enforcement to investigate. Specifically, either local law enforcement, ICE's Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) or CBP. They will then determine what law enforcement action, if any, should be taken.
Originally Posted by
Blogndog
Why would you refer someone that is carrying their own property to law enforcement?
because bulk cash is obviously a weapon, explosive or incendiary and is therefore a threat to aviation security. Duh.