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14 Mar 2026
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14 Mar 2026
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Police are investigating after reports a laser was shone at an HM Coastguard helicopter during a mountain rescue operation in the Highlands.
The incident occurred at about 9.10pm on Friday while the aircraft was assisting Glencoe mountain rescue team in the Glen Etive area.
Police said the light appeared to come from the eastern end of Glencoe in an area close to the Kingshouse Hotel, but that when officers attended they could not trace those responsible.
On Saturday, police issued an appeal for anyone with information about the incident to contact them.
Sergeant Brian Heriot said: “Shining a laser light at any aircraft is incredibly dangerous and whoever is responsible has shown a total disregard for safety.
“Aircraft should always be able to operate safely and without distraction.
“Such incidents are not only extremely dangerous and reckless, they are also criminal acts.
“If you have any information on this incident, please contact us. If you witness a laser being shone at an aircraft, please contact police immediately.”
Anyone with information should contact us through 101, quoting incident number 2087 of Friday March 13, or to call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be given in confidence.
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