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Canada: Concern over driver distraction from laser pointers
05 Jun 2014 -- Categories: Non-aviation incidents
On the heels of publicity over laser pointer interference with aircrews, a former worker in Alberta law enforcement warned about hazards to drivers as well.
Justin Crocker said he dealt with complaints from drivers in Alberta who were distracted by people in other vehicles misusing laser pointers. “I don’t think the should be in the general public,” he said. “It’s pretty distracting and it can almost cause an accident.”
According to Crocker, some of the vehicle lasing complaints led to criminal charges being filed.
From The Telegram
Justin Crocker said he dealt with complaints from drivers in Alberta who were distracted by people in other vehicles misusing laser pointers. “I don’t think the should be in the general public,” he said. “It’s pretty distracting and it can almost cause an accident.”
According to Crocker, some of the vehicle lasing complaints led to criminal charges being filed.
From The Telegram