TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A 13-year-old was among two people arrested in separate helicopter laser strike incidents over the past week, according to deputies.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said a 13-year-old struck its helicopter with a laser several times as it flew over the Avina apartment complex in Tampa on Sunday.
The 13-year-old was taken into custody and charged with misuse of a laser lighting device.
“Pointing a laser at an aircraft is not a prank. It is dangerous, puts lives at risk. Our deputies will continue working to keep the skies and our community safe,” the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said…