A 49-year-old man named Kimani Osayande Jones was arrested at Sacramento International Airport after authorities found an explosive device in his carry-on bag. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) discovered the improvised explosive, along with a torch lighter, knife, scissors, and other suspicious items. Jones was also carrying five cellphones, one of which had a timer set to start. Bomb technicians safely removed the device, which could have caused significant damage if detonated on a plane. Jones faces federal charges for unlawful possession of explosive material at an airport, which could lead to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine. He is currently held without bail, and his past interactions with authorities suggest a history of paranoia.
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Man allegedly had explosive device in his carry-on bag at airport: TSA
