Prominent Tamil actor and former MLA Karunas was arrested on Sunday (June 2) after security officials found bullets in his luggage during a routine check at Chennai Airport. Karunas was on his way to Tiruchirapalli when the incident occurred. 🔍
Security personnel discovered 40 bullets in his hand luggage, leading to the confiscation of the bullets and the cancellation of his trip. Given the current Model Code of Conduct in Tamil Nadu, possessing bullets is considered illegal.
When questioned, Karunas explained that he has a licensed gun for personal protection and accidentally carried the bullets in his hand luggage. He mentioned that his gun was deposited at the Dindigul Police Station and provided the necessary documents to the security officials. 🛂
After verifying the documents with Dindigul Police Station and confirming Karunas's statement, security officials allowed him to proceed to Tiruchirapalli. This incident highlights the importance of adhering to security regulations and ensuring all items are properly checked before travel. ✈️