In the News: Bomb Squad Called on Briefcase of Tattoo Equipment

The Springdale (Arkansas) Bomb Squad was called out to investigate a suspicious briefcase lying in a residential driveway. The had loose wires hanging out from it and there was what appeared to be a rifle lying next to it. The Bomb Squad reacted by creating a contained explosion to safely detonate the potentially dangerous object, only to find miscellaneous paperwork and tattoo equipment inside. Also, the "rifle" turned out to be a pellet gun. However, the case is still under investigation due to the odd circumstances.

Also in the news this week:

• IA and WI Blood Centers Relax Rules on the Tattooed & Pierced
• Texas Troopers Required to Cover Tattoos
• Canada Considers Piercing Regulations After Death of Teen