Winter Springs, FL, USA - May 31, 2024

In an alarming incident, a sixteen-year-old resident of Unincorporated Winter Springs has been apprehended and charged with a felony for pointing a laser light at an SCSO Alert helicopter. The dangerous act occurred in the early hours of Thursday morning while the helicopter was responding to a call.

The pilot and crew onboard the helicopter experienced multiple laser strikes, prompting an urgent investigation to identify the source of the disturbance. Authorities were able to trace the repeated laser beams to a residence located in the 1200 block of Andes Drive.

The teenager responsible for the laser strikes was swiftly located and arrested at the identified address. The severity of the charge underscores the serious consequences of such reckless behavior. Pointing laser lights at aircraft poses significant risks, as it can cause pilots to become temporarily disoriented, potentially endangering the safety of the flight crew and passengers.