WINDSOR LOCKS — A South Windsor man was arrested Saturday afternoon when he allegedly tried to bring a loaded gun onto a plane.
Police said that they were notified by TSA, that there was a carry on bag that looked to contain a gun.
The weapon was discovered on the x-ray machine during the routine passenger screening.
Jordan Bulter, the owner of the bag, said that he forgot that there was a loaded gun in his backpack.
A search revealed that the handgun contained a 16 round magazine and was loaded with 12 rounds of ammo, including one round in the chamber.
Police said Bulter does not possess a permit to carry a handgun.
Bulter is facing several charges including carrying a pistol or revolver without permit. He is scheduled to appear in court August 27.
