Police investigating laser pen incident in England match, minister says
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Baroness Williams of Trafford described it as “appalling” before adding she understood police are looking into the matter.
A laser shone in Denmark keeper Kasper Schmeichel’s face before he saved Harry Kane’s penalty in extra-time.
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Hide AdThe England striker scored from the rebound to help the Three Lions to a 2-1 victory and they now face Italy in Sunday’s final.
Speaking in the House of Lords, Lady Williams told peers: “Lord Thomas of Gresford mentioned about the incident with the laser pen.
“It was an appalling incident and I have already asked about this.
“I understand the police are investigating it.”
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