A man had been apprehended this week after authorities claimed he repeatedly directed a laser at a police aircraft assisting deputies in their search for an assault suspect in northwest Harris County.
The incident occurred at 12:20 a.m. on July 1, when Harris County Precinct 5 officers responded to an ongoing assault at a business on FM 529 near North Fry Road. The assault suspect left before deputies arrived, resulting in a search of the surrounding area.
During the search, deputies employed a drone, and the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Air Support Division provided assistance via helicopter or airplane. Authorities said an unconnected guy repeatedly pointed a laser at the aircraft while it was performing overhead surveillance.
The individual was apprehended about a mile from the original report and charged with lighting of an aircraft by strong light, a Class A misdemeanor.
Authorities did not provide any other information about the assault investigation or identify the person who escaped.
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