Morley man charged with pointing laser at WA Police helicopter
Police have charged a Morley man after he allegedly pointed a laser at a police helicopter early on Sunday morning.
It is alleged that about 1.20am, the man aimed a green laser beam light directly at a police aircraft that was on patrol.
A WA Police Force spokesperson said the incident caused distress to the three officers onboard the aircraft and interfered with operations.
“Pointing a laser light at any aircraft is a highly dangerous act and requires the pilot of the aircraft to take evasive action to keep them and their crew safe,” the spokesperson said.
“Laser lights not only light up the cabin of a plane or helicopter, but can temporarily blind the pilot which puts everyone onboard in real danger.
“There are serious penalties for this offence, with several people previously found guilty in court of such offences being fined $10,000.”
Following the incident, police officers from the aircraft directed police on the ground to an address in Morley, where a 51-year-old man was charged with causing fear or alarm with a laser or light and possessing a controlled weapon.
He is due to appear before the Perth Magistrates Court on 10 February 2025.
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