Alleged YouTube video maker accused of throwing fireworks from helicopter in San Bernardino County – San Bernardino Sun

A San Fernando Valley man is suspected of filming a YouTube video in which two women repeatedly shot fireworks at a Lamborghini car from a helicopter last year in San Bernardino County, and the suspect was arrested Wednesday, June 5, the US Department of Justice. announced Thursday June 6.

Suk Min Choi, 24, of Studio City, was arrested on suspicion of placing an explosive or incendiary device on an aircraft.

According to an affidavit filed, Choi posted a video on his YouTube channel on July 4, 2023.

In the video, Choi allegedly pressed a “missile fire button” and fired fireworks at a Lamborghini sports car at high speed while two women were in a helicopter, according to Wednesday's statement.

According to the DOJ, authorities believe the video was filmed on the bed of El Mirage Dry Lake in San Bernardino County.

In other parts of the video, Choi is seen next to the helicopter, holding fireworks, according to the affidavit.

During the behind-the-scenes video portion, Choi allegedly made references to himself coordinating the shoot and the fact that he shot the video.

In the video, Choi thanks a camera company for “participating in my crazy, stupid ideas.”

Authorities believe Choi committed the offense in June 2023, did not have a permit to film a shoot using fireworks on a helicopter, and purchased the fireworks in Nevada because that they were illegal in California, according to the affidavit.

“If convicted, Choi will face a statutory maximum sentence of 10 years in federal prison,” Thursday’s announcement said.