Agents seized the weapon but did not arrest Epps, who reportedly said he forgot it was his bag.

The probe targets a series of accidents, including the derailment in East Palestine and a conductor's death on Tuesday.

The same week, another incidence of severe turbulence sent seven commercial airplane passengers to the hospital.

“It’s not safe here,” said one man, staring straight at representatives of Norfolk Southern. “I’m begging you, by the grace of God, please get our people out of here.”