(TheRedAlertNews.com) – An alarming incident involving an illegal alien unfolded in South Carolina when Ahmad Jamal Khamees Alhendi, a 28-year-old truck driver, made a bomb threat during a routine traffic stop.
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This led to a five-hour shutdown of Interstate 85, consuming law enforcement resources and disrupting lives.
Alhendi’s actions highlight the urgent need for stringent immigration enforcement and robust national security measures.
The chaotic scene began when South Carolina State Transport Police stopped Alhendi’s tractor-trailer for a missing license plate.
During the stop, Alhendi claimed there was an explosive device inside the vehicle, prompting a major response from local and federal authorities, including the FBI.
All six lanes of I-85 were shut down near mile marker 44 as a result.
No explosives were found after thorough investigations, reports KALB News Channel 5.
A routine traffic stop by transport police led to an investigation into a bomb threat along Interstate 85 in South Carolina. ⬇️
https://t.co/glTojFQ01w— KALB News Channel 5 (@KALBtv5) January 3, 2025
“We are working in conjunction with the State Transport Police after a threat of a potential hazardous device was reported. We are working diligently to ensure the scene is safe and get traffic moving as quick as possible,” said Lt. Ryan Flood of the South Carolina police.
Alhendi was subsequently arrested and faces several charges, including conveying false information about a bomb threat, causing a public disturbance, and lacking a valid driver’s license.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has placed a detainer on him, reflecting concerns about his immigration status.
“The motor vehicle (truck) in question is fully registered and in compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The trailer is likewise registered and meets DOT standards. The only issue at hand was that the driver lost the trailer license plate while driving, which led to him being pulled over by a police officer. This was the sole reason for the stop,” claimed the illegal alien’s employer, Globe Transportation, cited by WYFF 4.
Despite being an owner-operator with a valid Commercial Driver’s License, Alhendi’s dubious conduct raises questions about the integrity of the hiring processes within transportation companies.
Globe Transportation, Alhendi’s employer, has emphasized their commitment to safety and compliance, denying claims of hiring unqualified drivers.
While no explosives were found, the shutdown caused significant traffic delays, highlighting the profound impact of false claims.
Authorities reopened the highway once the vehicle was cleared, resuming normal travel conditions.
This incident serves as a solemn reminder of the ongoing threats to our nation’s safety and the critical need for vigilant enforcement of our laws.
“On January 2, 2025, at approximately 2:45 p.m., a SC State Transport Police officer initiated a traffic stop on a tractor-trailer on Interstate 85 in Greenville County, due to a missing license plate on the trailer. During the traffic stop near mile-marker 44, the driver, a man from Illinois, indicated that there was an explosive device inside the commercial vehicle. All six lanes of I-85 were subsequently shut down as the threat was investigated by the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office, SLED, and the FBI. No explosive devices were located and all lanes of I-85 were reopened at approximately 7:40 p.m. The driver was taken into custody without incident,” explained the South Department of Public Safety.
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