Mike Epps found with firearm at Indianapolis airport

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Indianapolis International Airport authorities say the Transportation Security Administration found actor and comedian Mike Epps with a firearm Sunday.

Epps was not arrested, the airport says. After further investigation, police removed the firearm from Epps.

TSA screeners called airport police after finding a firearm in a backpack. Airport police say Epps had a loaded Smith & Wesson .38 Special revolver with four rounds in his backpack.

Epps told police he was in Indianapolis for a comedy show at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Epps also told police he forgot the firearm was in his backpack.

The Marion County Prosecutor’s Office will determine if charges are filed.

No additional details have been provided.