Teen charged after laser pointed at police chopper

A 14-year-old boy has been arrested and charged after a laser was allegedly pointed at the police air wing overnight, Victoria Police say.

The police helicopter was flying over the Reservoir area when the laser was allegedly shone towards the aircraft just before midnight.

The Colac boy was arrested at an address in Reservoir and has been charged with interfere with crew of an aircraft, reckless conduct and possess prohibited weapon.

He was bailed to appear at a Children’s Court.

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