Jacob Samuel Winkler, a 33-year-old man, was arrested after he aimed a red laser beam at Marine One, President Donald Trump's helicopter, as it was leaving the White House. The incident occurred near the presidential residence and endangered flight safety, causing risks of temporary blindness for the pilot. Winkler was observed by a Secret Service officer, being loud and without a shirt. Aiming a laser at aircraft is a federal offense, punishable by up to five years in prison.
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Bărbat din SUA, arestat după ce a îndreptat un fascicul laser către elicopterul lui Trump. „A pus Marine One în pericol”
Man charged with shining laser pointer at Marine One with Trump aboard
Suspect detained after allegedly pointing laser at Marine One with Trump on board
Man charged with aiming laser pointer at Trump's helicopter
Atentat bizar la viața lui Trump. Cum a încercat un bărbat să doboare "Marine One" - Evenimentul Zilei
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