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Australia: Arrest for repeatedly aiming laser at police helicopter
29 Sep 2011 -- Categories: Aviation incidents | Arrests
On September 29 2011, a green laser pen was pointed five times in seven minutes at a police helicopter patrolling near North Rocks, a suburb about 26 km northwest of Sydney. The air crew identified the location and ground units arrested a 20-year-old in Glenwood, about 9 km from North Rocks.
The man was charged with possession or use of a prohibited weapon without permit, and an act threatening the safety of an aircraft with a person on board. He was granted bail.
From 9News, ABC Sydney and NSW Police Force
The man was charged with possession or use of a prohibited weapon without permit, and an act threatening the safety of an aircraft with a person on board. He was granted bail.
From 9News, ABC Sydney and NSW Police Force