Hyderabad: Doctor found carrying live ammunition in baggage at RGIA
Security officials seized 50 rounds of ammunition from a doctor’s baggage during routine screening at RGIA, Shamshabad. After verification of valid documents and a preliminary inquiry, the passenger was issued a warning and allowed to travel.
Hyderabad: Security officials have reportedly seized 50 rounds of live ammunition from the baggage of a doctor during routine checks at the RGIA in Shamshabad on Thursday.
According to information available, the passenger identified as Dr. Mohammed Abdul Khadeer Khan, from Hyderabad is working at a private hospital. He had arrived at the airport to board an aircraft bound for Chennai.
During baggage screening, security personnel detected about 50 rounds of ammunition, including 25 live rounds and 25 used cartridges of 0.22 mm calibre, concealed in his luggage. He was immediately stopped and questioned by security officials.
The doctor reportedly produced valid documents related to the ammunition and explained that he had inadvertently carried the rounds due to oversight. He assured the authorities that there was no malicious intent behind the lapse and submitted a written apology.
After verification of the documents and preliminary inquiry, airport officials issued a warning and allowed him to proceed with his scheduled travel plan.
