JERICHO, N.Y. (1010 WINS) — A 32-year-old Bayville man was arrested for aiming a laser pointer at a police helicopter Saturday night, according to the Nassau County Police Department.
Lance Lee allegedly pointed the laser around 11 p.m., and police found and arrested him at the Edgewood Motel in Jericho soon after.
The chopper was canvassing for an unrelated incident at the time.
No one was injured in the incident.
Police charged Lee with directing a laser at an aircraft, reckless endangerment and obstructing governmental administration.
He was released and issued an appearance ticket. His arraignment is scheduled for Aug. 26.
