The FBI is looking for criminals who are blinded by laser pilots at the airport in New York

The Federal Bureau of Investigation is asking the public to help identify the people who are responsible for pointing laser pointers at aircraft that land at John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York. This is stated in the message on the site. FBI.

According to preliminary data, the blue ray comes from the area of ​​Roslyn, New York.

As a result of laser blinding, pilots received eye injuries, the report said. In addition, the beam blinds them and prevents landing.

The FBI also noted that recently there has been an increase in the number of laser incidents at all airports in New York.

“Aiming a laser at an aircraft is dangerous for pilots, passengers and those on the ground. This is a criminal offense, punishable by up to five years in prison, a fine of up to $ 250, or both, ”the FBI website says.

Anyone with useful information is asked to report to the local FBI office in New York at 1-800-CALL-FBI or call 911. In return, they promise complete anonymity. It is specified that the investigation is being conducted by the FBI Joint Terrorist Task Force, which includes more than 50 local, state and federal agencies.