MINERSVILLE — Schuylkill County Crime Stoppers and state police at Schuylkill Haven are asking for the public’s help in finding those responsible for aiming a laser light at a medical helicopter last month.
Police said the incident occurred about 8:50 p.m. April 17 near the village of Seltzer in Norwegian Township.
Police said a Geisinger Medical Center Life Flight helicopter was flying overhead when someone aimed the light at the aircraft, causing possible dangers to the pilot and the flight crew.
Schuylkill County Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 for information on the identity of those responsible for this crime or on any unsolved crime in Schuylkill County.
Callers are asked to refer to case 05-08-16 when calling with information about the incident involving the laser light in Norwegian Township.
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 877-TIPS4SC (877-847-7472).
Callers can also relay their information directly to state police at Schuylkill Haven by calling 570-739-1330.
All information will remain confidential.