Philadelphia International Airport TSO Dies After Contracting COVID-19

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Officer Michael Cassabria sadly passed away Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2021, after contracting COVID-19. He was 41-years-old.

Cassabria joined TSA in October 2019 as a checkpoint TSA officer at Philadelphia International Airport. He also served in the U.S. Army and U.S. Army Reserve. Known by his colleagues as a quiet and friendly person, Cassabria enjoyed working with computers and technology.

Cassabria is the 15th TSA employee to pass away after contracting COVID-19.

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Homeland Security Today offers condolences to Officer Cassabria’s family, friends and colleagues, and recognizes his expert service keeping the United States and its citizens safe.

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