Originally Posted by chollie

If this is real, I'd be more inclined to fault TSA or TSA working with the baggage handlers.

TSA has the edge on the baggage handlers: TSOs have xray vision and no one questions a TSO riflling an open bag. Baggage handlers have no way of knowing in advance what's in a bag or how it might be concealed and people are going to ask questions if a baggage handler is seen with an opened bag.

Prudent travelers are advised to check luggage immediately for signs of theft or damage.