Tragically Simple TSA Agent Mistakes Pepper Spray for Laser Pointer at JFK International

His co-workers hate him.

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A TSA agent at JFK International Airport sent six agents—including himself—to the hospital after he confused pepper spray for a laser pointer. Chris Dabel found the canister on the floor and figured the best course of action would be to point it at five of his co-workers. This led to a rather painful trip to Jamaica Hospital.

A TSA spokesperson avoided making Dabel sound like a complete idiot:

Now Dabel is that co-worker.

[via Gothamist]

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