Published: 1:30 pm March 27, 2019
Updated: 6:07 pm March 7, 2026
Man Questioned After Shining Laser At Police Helicopter On The Isle Of Wight
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Man Questioned After Shining Laser at Police Helicopter on the Isle of Wight

A man has been questioned by police after he shone a laser at a police helicopter during a nighttime search and rescue operation on the Isle of Wight.

Police Helicopter Targeted During Search for Vulnerable Person

The incident occurred while air support officers were assisting ground units in searching for a vulnerable person with special needs who had been reported missing.

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The search operation eventually led to the discovery of the missing individual on Yaverland Beach, where they were found safe.

Helicopter Crew Targeted with Laser and Sight a Man with a Weapon

During the search efforts, the police helicopter crew was subjected to a laser attack, which could have jeopardized the safety of those on board.

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