A teenager in the Syracuse area is in hot water after interfering with New York State Police. The press release explains that the pilot then "reported that a green laser illuminated the aircraft’s interior." Teenager Arrested After Shining Laser at NYSP HelicopterIn the press release we learn that the individual who allegedly was operating the laser, was a teenager. The New York State Police report that a 16-year-old was taken "into custody without incident." On Instagram back in June of 2026, the New York State Police explain just how dangerous lasers can be to pilots.