Overview
- Police say the crew of a police helicopter was hit by a strong green laser during a missing-person search in mid-May over Coburg.
- The beam was shone at the aircraft multiple times, temporarily blinding the crew and forcing officers to halt the evening search for safety.
- Coburg police have opened an inquiry for dangerous interference with air traffic and are urging anyone with information to contact them.
- Authorities warn that laser strikes can cause temporary or permanent eye damage for air crews and can delay or endanger rescue operations.
- Media reports published on June 11 publicized the incident to seek witnesses; there are no publicly known arrests or suspect identifications so far.