Feds warn of laser pointers after Hermosa man accused of pointing one at CPD helicopter
- Posted on October 9, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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In brief
Law enforcement agencies are issuing urgent warnings about the dangerous practice of directing laser pointers at aircraft. Following an incident involving a Chicago Police Department helicopter in the Hermosa neighborhood, authorities emphasize that such actions pose serious safety risks to pilots and passengers. This federal cautionary campaign aims to educate the public on legal consequences and operational hazards associated with laser pointer interference with aviation operations.
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Feds warn of laser pointers after Hermosa man accused of pointing one at CPD helicopter
Federal and local authorities are cautioning the public to keep laser pointers out of the sky.
