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US: Laser aimed at Boise medical helicopter; police seek perpetrator
15 Sep 2011 -- Categories: Aviation incidents | Finding perpetrators
A LifeFlight medical helicopter with a patient inside was illuminated by green laser light as it flew over north Boise, Idaho on September 12 2011. Boise Police and the Transportation Safety Administration are asking anyone with information on the unknown perpetrator to come forward. The agencies noted that fines can reach up to $25,000, and there could be up to a 20-year sentence.
From the Idaho Statesman. A short video report is at KTVB.
From the Idaho Statesman. A short video report is at KTVB.