Springfield Shocker: Local Man Arrested for Attempting to Fly Using Homemade Wings

Springfield Shocker: Local Man Arrested for Attempting to Fly Using Homemade WingsSpringfield Shocker: Local Man Arrested for Attempting to Fly Using Homemade Wings In a bizarre incident that has left the community of Springfield in disbelief, local resident Larry “The Birdman” Baker has been arrested for attempting to fly using a pair of homemade wings. According to police reports, Baker was spotted on Saturday at the Springfield Municipal Airport, attempting to take off using a contraption consisting of a wooden frame, canvas fabric, and a pair of large cardboard wings. Witnesses reported that Baker had been running frantically down the runway, flapping his wings with all his might. “It was like watching a chicken try to fly,” said airport security guard Edward Jones. “He kept falling forward and getting back up, but he never got more than a few feet off the ground.” As Baker’s attempts to achieve liftoff became increasingly comical, onlookers began to gather, both bemused and concerned. Several people called 911, and police officers quickly arrived on the scene. “When we got there, Mr. Baker was still trying to fly, even though it was clear that the device was not working,” said Sergeant James Wilson. “He kept shouting that he was ‘the next Wright Brothers,’ and we had to restrain him to prevent him from injuring himself.” Baker was arrested and charged with endangering the public, reckless endangerment, and attempting to violate the laws of gravity. He is currently being held in the Springfield City Jail on $5,000 bail. The incident has raised questions about Baker’s mental health and the potential risks posed by homemade aviation devices. City officials have issued a warning to residents against attempting to fly using unauthorized equipment. “The laws of physics are not to be taken lightly,” said Springfield Mayor Carla Johnson. “We urge everyone to leave the flying to the professionals.” In a related development, a GoFundMe page has been set up to raise funds for Baker’s legal expenses. The page description states that Baker is “a brilliant inventor who was simply trying to achieve his lifelong dream of flying.” As of this writing, the page has raised over $1,000 from supporters who believe that Baker should not be punished for his unconventional pursuit of aviation.