A Schertz man pleaded guilty in federal court Wednesday after he admitted pointing a laser at a San Antonio police helicopter.
Justin John Shorey, 37, faces up to five years of prison for the incident. No sentencing date has been scheduled.
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On Feb. 17, 2019, Shorey aimed his laser pointer at the helicopter flying overhead near Highway 90 West, according to a news release. The helicopter was aiding in the search of a shooting suspect.
The laser temporarily blinded the pilot, who was unable to read his gauges.
The pilot was unable to fly for a week due to his injuries, according to the news release.