SUSPICIOUS BAG CAUSES DELAYS AT MIA

Posted on 11/11/2015 | About Miami, Florida

Dozens of flights were delayed at Miami International Airport after authorities closed two security checkpoints to investigate a suspicious bag.  Officials say a total of 50 flights were delayed Monday evening as a result of the investigation. Nine flights were also diverted.

News agencies report some travellers missed their flights as a result of the delays.

Miami-Dade Police initially responded to the investigation before it was later turned over to the FBI.

FBI officials said a passenger who went through security around 5 p.m. had items in his carry-on bag that looked suspicious. Authorities say the passenger was questioned and his bag was searched, but the items in question were deemed safe.

Checkpoints reopened around 8 p.m.