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    Deer Lake RCMP encouraging parents to talk to kids about lasers after one was pointed at an airplane

    Thursday, 26 June 2025 12:00

    By Tonya Organ

    The laser, which was blue in color, was held in place for 10-15 seconds and caused temporary visual interference to the pilot.

    Deer Lake RCMP is urging parents to talk to their kids about the use of lasers. Police received a report last month of a laser being intentionally pointed at the nose of an airplane on its descent. The incident was reported by the Flight Service Station at the Deer Lake Regional Airport, The laser, which was blue in color, was held in place for 10-15 seconds and caused temporary visual interference to the pilot. The investigation determined that the source of the laser came from Deer Lake Municipal RV and Campground in Deer Lake.  It is believed that youth(s) at the campground may be responsible for this incident.  Police attended the campground and spoke to a number of individuals about the incident.  The investigation is continuing.

     

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