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Jackass Indeed: Knoxville Brings Grenade to LAX

Photo-shoot prop was inactive, but actor will face criminal complaint

By Drew Nelles,  Newser Staff

Posted Jan 15, 2009 4:54 PM CST

(Newser) – Los Angeles International Airport authorities detained former Jackass star Johnny Knoxville for bringing a grenade in a carry-on bag today, the E! Online reports. The bomb squad determined the grenade was not explosive. Knoxville was issued a citation and permitted to board his plane. “He told police it was a prop from a photo shoot and he completely forgot it was in his bag,” a spokesman says.

Johnny Knoxville was still allowed to board his plane after bringing a non-explosive grenade in a bag.
Johnny Knoxville was still allowed to board his plane after bringing a non-explosive grenade in a bag.   (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Johnny Knoxville arrives at the premiere of The Wendell Baker Story with a T-shirt that features a sketch of the the face of Luke Wilson. The film was written by, directed by, and stars Wilson.
Johnny Knoxville arrives at the premiere of The Wendell Baker Story with a T-shirt that features a sketch of the the face of Luke Wilson. The film was written by, directed by, and stars Wilson.   (AP Photo/Matt Sayles)
In this March 28, 2007, file photo, Johnny Knoxville poses as he arrives at the Los Angeles premiere of Blades of Glory.
In this March 28, 2007, file photo, Johnny Knoxville poses as he arrives at the Los Angeles premiere of Blades of Glory.   (AP Photo)
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As he was being screened, security noticed an image of a hand grenade in his carry-on. Airport police and the bomb squad were called and it was determined there were no explosives or firing pin. - Los Angeles International Airport Police Sgt. Jim Holcomb

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Newser001
Jan 16, 2009 4:28 AM CST
If you've followed the series of films, you'd know, chances are he probably did it on purpose; his MO. I hope he's hit hard with a serious bill for all services rendered, perhaps some jail time, for the anxiety he caused with staff, and other patrons.
PosterNutbag
Jan 16, 2009 2:36 AM CST
Is this the guy that went to the proctologist with a hot wheels car in the rectum? That was a good one...
Michael_CT
Jan 16, 2009 1:34 AM CST
Is this what 'celebrities' are doing to get into the media. its pathetic. 'forgot' it was there, my ass.

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