Actor and comic Mike Epps has apologized to followers after safety at Indianapolis International Airport.
Agents from the Transportation Security Administration referred to as airport police Sunday morning after discovering a Smith & Wesson .38-caliber pistol loaded with 4 rounds in Epps’ backpack.
Epps, an Indianapolis native who was on the town for a comedy present at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, was not arrested, however police took the firearm.
In a a video posted on , Epps informed followers he “had a long night” in his hometown and forgot in regards to the firearm. He stated he carries a gun for defense.
“Shoutout to all my fans out there and wanna apologize if you’re seeing any negativity about a gun charge at an airport. I had a long night, I had a show in my hometown and I literally forgot that I had my pistol in my bag,” Epps stated within the video.
“Now for those who wanna know why I carry a gun, I carry cash on a regular basis, I be having jewellery on, and these dudes is out right here robbing individuals.
“So I wanna make sure I make it clear that I ain’t out here doing nothing wrong but I keep a gun on me because I gotta protect myself. Sometimes I’m not with my security. So just wanna let y’all know that I’m still on some positive vibes. And sorry that it happened. All I can tell you is that the world is crazy. Stay strapped.”
No prices have been filed towards Epps.
Epps has starred in motion pictures together with “The House Next Door: Meet the Blacks 2,” “Next Friday” and “Friday After Next.” He seems within the upcoming Marvel film “Madame Web” starring Dakota Johnson, and the Apple TV+ collection “Lady in the Lake” starring Natalie Portman.
Source: www.anews.com.tr
