Were you pulled over by a man impersonating a North Vancouver RCMP officer?
On March 1, North Vancouver RCMP were informed that a man driving a Ford F-150 had pulled over a Tesla driver. The man had reportedly identified himself as a North Vancouver RCMP officer, and police said his vehicle had lights that resembled those of an emergency vehicle.
Wayne Church of North Vancouver was charged on June 24 with impersonating a peace officer and using equipment likely to cause the public to believe he was a peace officer.
Police are now urging anyone else who Church may have pulled over to contact them.
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'Police are offering tips to anyone who may suspect they have been pulled over by a police impersonator,' Cpl. Mansoor Sahak, media relations officer for the North Vancouver RCMP, said in a statement.
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'Public safety is our top priority, and we want to ensure the community feels empowered to question suspicious behaviour. If something doesn't feel right during a traffic stop, trust your instincts and take steps to verify the officer's identity. Your caution could help prevent further incidents and assist in ongoing investigations.'
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RCMP is offering some ways to protect yourself if you suspect you have been pulled over by a police impersonator:
* Verify identification: Police carry official badges with photo ID cards displaying their regimental number. You can request to see this identification.
* Contact authorities: If uncertain about the legitimacy of the stop, call 911 immediately. Provide your location and express your concerns. The dispatcher can verify if an officer is conducting a traffic stop in your area.
* Trust your instincts: If something feels amiss, inform the individual that you're contacting the police to verify their identity. Genuine officers will understand and support your caution.
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