Posted on Monday, 06.14.10

TAMPA, Fla. — Two heavily armed people were detained after reportedly trying to enter MacDill Air Force Base without authorization.

The MacDill public affairs office reports that a man and woman, whose names were not released, tried to gain unauthorized access to base early Monday evening.

The man and woman were unable to show proper identification, and their vehicle was inspected. Security forces found military-style gear and weapons in the sport utility vehicle.

The base’s fire department and explosive ordnance disposal units were dispatched, but no explosives were found.

The individuals were taken in custody.

The incident remained under investigation.

The base’s public affairs officer said no other information was available.