Pilot lands helicopter safely after laser is shone at it near Shrewsbury
Police are investigating after a laser was shone at a helicopter as it flew north of Shrewsbury on Wednesday evening.
It happened around 8.15pm as the helicopter flew near to the village of Astley just off the A53 between Battlefield and Shawbury.
It is believed the light came from a laser pen, rather than a more powerful torch.
No damage was caused to the helicopter and despite the distraction, the pilot was able to land safely.
Police are now reminding the public that shining a laser pen at an aircraft is not only a criminal offence but can be dangerously distracting to the pilot, with potentially serious consequences.
Inquiries are ongoing but officers would like to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time of the incident.
Anyone with information is asked to call West Mercia Police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 quoting incident number 700S of December 7.
