Menu
08/05/2008
Laser Pen Blinds 'Copter Cop
A police helicopter pilot who was helping chase a vehicle in the Lancashire area has been temporarily blinded with a 'laser' pen light.
The beam from a laser pen was shone into his eyes and he could not see and was forced to take immediate evasive action.
However, the pilot was able to direct ground patrols to the area, where a 45-year-old man was arrested.
Lancashire Police said the incident - on Wednesday night - could easily have resulted in a crash and multiple injuries or deaths.
The man, who comes from Nelson, was arrested on suspicion of endangering an aircraft.
He is currently in custody and will be questioned by police later.
(BMcC)
The beam from a laser pen was shone into his eyes and he could not see and was forced to take immediate evasive action.
However, the pilot was able to direct ground patrols to the area, where a 45-year-old man was arrested.
Lancashire Police said the incident - on Wednesday night - could easily have resulted in a crash and multiple injuries or deaths.
The man, who comes from Nelson, was arrested on suspicion of endangering an aircraft.
He is currently in custody and will be questioned by police later.
(BMcC)
Related UK National News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
19 August 2008
Laser Pen Blinds Pilot
A teenager has been arrested after allegedly using a 'laser pen' light to 'blind' the pilot of a passenger jet. The plane, believed to be a KLM flight from Amsterdam, was coming in to land at about 10.
Laser Pen Blinds Pilot
A teenager has been arrested after allegedly using a 'laser pen' light to 'blind' the pilot of a passenger jet. The plane, believed to be a KLM flight from Amsterdam, was coming in to land at about 10.
26 June 2008
'Laser Lout' Jailed For Reckless Behaviour
A 21-year old from Stockport has been sentenced to four months in jail for pointing a laser pen at a police helicopter. The laser "temporarily blinded" the pilot who was flying a Greater Manchester Police force helicopter.
'Laser Lout' Jailed For Reckless Behaviour
A 21-year old from Stockport has been sentenced to four months in jail for pointing a laser pen at a police helicopter. The laser "temporarily blinded" the pilot who was flying a Greater Manchester Police force helicopter.
02 September 2014
Police Release Images Of Woman Stabbed With A Pen
Police have released images of a woman who was stabbed with a pen on a coach in an attempt to find her attacker. Mrs Cynthia Bell from Durham, was at the coach park on Seasiders Way, near to Chapel Street Bridge, assisting with her husband's coach firm when a man entered a coach and refused to leave.
Police Release Images Of Woman Stabbed With A Pen
Police have released images of a woman who was stabbed with a pen on a coach in an attempt to find her attacker. Mrs Cynthia Bell from Durham, was at the coach park on Seasiders Way, near to Chapel Street Bridge, assisting with her husband's coach firm when a man entered a coach and refused to leave.
27 February 2007
Sixteen arrested in drugs raids
Fourteen people have been arrested on suspicion of drugs offences in a series of coordinated raids in Lancashire, Merseyside and Northern Europe. The raids took place around 5:30am on Tuesday morning and involved more than 200 police officers, including search and entry trained officers, specialist firearms officers, dog handlers and detectives.
Sixteen arrested in drugs raids
Fourteen people have been arrested on suspicion of drugs offences in a series of coordinated raids in Lancashire, Merseyside and Northern Europe. The raids took place around 5:30am on Tuesday morning and involved more than 200 police officers, including search and entry trained officers, specialist firearms officers, dog handlers and detectives.
10 May 2005
The AA clarifies position on motorway speed limits
The AA Motoring Trust has clarified reports that it has backed calls for an 80 mph limit on motorways. The motoring organisation has confirmed that a suggested pilot scheme for a limit of 80mph related only to certain controlled motorway sections, such as those that are in place on the M25 near Heathrow.
The AA clarifies position on motorway speed limits
The AA Motoring Trust has clarified reports that it has backed calls for an 80 mph limit on motorways. The motoring organisation has confirmed that a suggested pilot scheme for a limit of 80mph related only to certain controlled motorway sections, such as those that are in place on the M25 near Heathrow.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:After a dry start this morning rain will spread from the northwest across all parts. This afternoon will be dull with some patchy rain and drizzle. Becoming much milder through the afternoon. Maximum temperature 11 °C.Tonight:A cloudy evening and night with a little light rain or drizzle, perhaps some clear periods developing along the east coast. A very mild night everywhere. Minimum temperature 10 °C.
