Beer Instead of Bomb - Man Barred from Flight - Man Banned From Flight After False Bomb Threat at Frankfurt Airport
A 43-year-old passenger was banned from his flight at Frankfurt Airport after causing a security scare. The man, who was booked to fly to Turkey, made a false statement about his thermos cup, initially leading to fears of a bomb threat. During a security check, the man's thermos cup initially tested positive for explosives. When asked about the contents, he claimed it was a bomb, resulting in significant disruption. An investigation was launched into his actions, which were deemed to have disturbed the public peace by threatening criminal offenses. After admitting his cup actually contained beer, a subsequent inspection confirmed its safety. Despite the mix-up, the man was banned from his flight due to his threatening behavior. The man's false statement about his thermos cup led to a security scare at Frankfurt Airport. He was subsequently banned from his flight to Turkey and is now under investigation for his actions.