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Published: 2:48 am April 10, 2024
Updated: 11:47 am October 8, 2025
Police helicopter in Beckton targeted by green laser

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A man has been arrested following a reckless incident where a green laser was repeatedly aimed at an active police helicopter, prompting authorities to label the act as “incredibly dangerous”.

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The National Police Air Service (NPAS) helicopter crew was conducting operations over Beckton on the night of April 7 when they became the target of a green laser. The disturbing incident unfolded between 10:28 p.m. and 10:50 p.m., posing a serious risk to the crew’s safety and individuals on the ground.

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