Rescue helicopter pursues car after lasers targeted paramedics
Wednesday 19 November 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated 
An Otago rescue helicopter pursued a vehicle for 30km north of Dunedin after lasers were pointed at paramedics during a hospital transfer mission. The incident occurred near Palmerston on Tuesday night. Helicopters Otago has stated the pilot's actions should serve as a warning regarding the dangers of laser strikes.