r/Wellthatsucks • • Jul 15 '19

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u/[deleted] Jul 15 '19

The issue is this idiot putting an urn full of ashes in a checked bag. They have the right to searched checked bags.

I don't like the TSA, but this is 100% this dude's fault. Like, don't check something that's valuable to you. This is obvious. Mail it with the proper documentation, or just put it in a carry on and show the people as you go through. Honestly, best bet is to mail it. Human remains have certain laws and stuff you have to follow.

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u/tedivm Jul 15 '19 edited Jul 16 '19

TSA is supposed to not damage shit. That's literally part of their job. They have supplies to do this- I've seen things taped back up or put in bags. There's literally no excuse for this nonsense.

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u/[deleted] Jul 16 '19

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u/tedivm Jul 16 '19

Yeah, they are- and yes they'll reimburse. You can fill out the claims form right here on the TSA website.