Laser shone at rescue helicopter near Glencoe
Police are searching for the person who was responsible
Last updated 14th Mar 2026
Police in the highlands are appealing for information after a laser was shone at a rescue helicopter in Glen Etive on Friday.
Around 9.10pm on March 13, the laser was shone at the HM Coastguard Search and Rescue helicopter, which was assisting Glencoe Mountain Rescue Team.
Police say the light appeared to come from “the eastern end of Glencoe, in an area near to Kingshouse Hotel”.
Officers have not yet been able to trace whoever was responsible, and enquiries are ongoing.
Police appeal
Sergeant Brian Heriot said: "Shining a laser light at any aircraft is incredibly dangerous and whoever is responsible has shown a total disregard for safety.
“Aircraft should always be able to operate safely and without distraction.
"Such incidents are not only extremely dangerous and reckless, they are also criminal acts.
“If you have any information on this incident, please contact us. If you witness a laser being shone at an aircraft, please contact police immediately."
Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2087 of Friday 13 March 2026.
Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.