Man arrested after recklessly pointing light at aircraft

At 7.30pm Friday 4 April, police attended at Copas Drive Salisbury after reports from a pilot that he had just had a bright light intentionally shined at his aircraft causing issues with visibility.

Northern District patrols attended at the address and caught the man in the front yard of the address shining the light in the direction of the plane.

Police searched the property and located a high-powered torch and a taser.

The 58- year-old man was arrested and has been charged with prejudice safe operation of an aircraft and possess dangerous article.

He has been bailed to appear at the Elizabeth Magistrates Court on 16 May.