Man arrested after pointing laser at police plane near Freeman High School

Michael Pollock was arrested for the offense Saturday evening following a brief investigation.

From WTVR:

A Henrico man has been arrested after he pointed a laser at a police plane flying over the West End of Henrico.

Michael Pollock was arrested Saturday night and charged with pointing light from a laser at an aircraft according to arrest reports.

The crime is a federal offense and can carry a penalty of up to five years in prison.

Read more from WTVR.

Photo: Henrico Police via CBS6

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