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Man who allegedly hid 19cm knife in shoe at Changi Airport T4 charged with carrying offensive weapon
The Straits Times✓
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A man was charged after authorities discovered a concealed knife at Singapore's Changi Airport Terminal 4. The weapon, a 12‑centimetre blade, had been wrapped in plastic bags and tape and hidden inside his shoe. Police said the charge is for carrying an offensive weapon.
WHY IT MATTERS
The incident highlights security concerns and enforcement of weapon regulations at major international airports.
The knife, which had a 12cm blade, was wrapped in multiple layers of plastic bags and tape.
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