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Florida Man Tried to Flip Radioactive Device
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A Florida man tried to sell a radioactive moisture density gauge on Facebook Marketplace, prompting an undercover sting by the Florida Highway Patrol. When the seller ghosted authorities, troopers detected a dangerous radiation alert from his home and recovered the device safely. The suspect, Marco Antonio Benitez Jr., was arrested on charges of grand theft and illegal possession of a radioactive material. Authorities are still investigating how he obtained the device, but the swift response prevented potential harm and underscores the serious risks of mishandling such equipment.
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