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Weapons Found at Ohio Airport Construction Site
10 Jan
Summary
- Weapons and ammunition were discovered at an airport construction site.
- A 40-year-old man, William Griffith, was taken into custody.
- The FBI and TSA are assisting in the ongoing investigation.
Police were alerted to a suspicious individual at the new terminal construction site at John Glenn Columbus International Airport on Friday. Responding officers apprehended 40-year-old William Griffith, who was found to be in possession of multiple weapons and ammunition. These items were located in two areas, including his vehicle.
Griffith has no affiliation with the ongoing construction project, according to airport officials. The airport itself continued to operate normally throughout the investigation. The Columbus Regional Airport Authority praised the swift action and vigilance of its construction partners in reporting the suspicious activity.
The incident is currently under investigation, with support from both the FBI and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Airport Police Chief Ronald Gray emphasized that the situation was quickly resolved due to the "see something, say something" mentality, underscoring the airport's commitment to safety and security.
