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TSA Officers Seize Three-Blade Claw at Seattle Airport

By Drooid · Oct 28, 2026 · How we work

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TSA officers Douglas Linn and Dennis Oishi seized a three-blade claw item at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
Linn first identified the item on an X-ray image, noting its three blades and claw.
Oishi inspected the bag, confirmed the item and removed it.
After removal, the passenger recalled the item and abandoned it at the checkpoint.
Federal Security Director Robert Spinden praised Linn and Oishi for vigilance and teamwork.

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TSA officers Douglas Linn and Dennis Oishi seized a three-blade claw item at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
Linn first identified the item on an X-ray image, noting its three blades and claw.
Oishi inspected the bag, confirmed the item and removed it.
After removal, the passenger recalled the item and abandoned it at the checkpoint.
Federal Security Director Robert Spinden praised Linn and Oishi for vigilance and teamwork.