Man Caught at Dulles With Pot Hidden in Tea Bags

HERNDON, Va. -- Federal and airport officials arrested a Maryland man at Dulles International Airport for allegedly hiding marijuana and hashish in tea bags.

Jeffrey Cannon, 20, arrived Wednesday afternoon at Dulles on a flight from Dublin, Ireland, authorities said.

While customs officials were confirming his identity, officers discovered a smoking pipe, absinthe and four tea bags containing marijuana and hashish. Officers released Cannon later Wednesday night.

He is also facing a DUI charge in New York City.

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