James McCormick is the man behind the ADE 651 bomb detector . But the device is fake and contains `` nothing inside , '' says Detective Inspector Heath . The real thing has a small amount of liquid in it that reacts with the metal detectors to make them false alarms. McCormick made millions and spent his earnings on a luxurious lifestyle .
James McCormick is the man behind the ADE 651 bomb detector . But the device is fake and contains `` nothing inside , '' says Detective Inspector Heath . `` He targeted countries where terrorism and violence was rife , '' Heath said . McCormick made millions and spent his earnings on a luxurious lifestyle .