Report: Despite manhunt, Shahzad cleared security at airport

“He appeared real close to getting away,” one federal official said. “The plane was buttoned up. Backed away from the jetway.”

Authorities said that despite the manhunt, his passport had not been flagged and he was able to buy a ticket with cash and clear airport security…

Authorities said they found a 9 mm handgun in Shahzad’s car and two loaded ammunition magazines.