Friday, September 21, 2007
Arlington police warn public about two men posing as police officers
Email
|
Print
|
Tell us your story
|
Comment (1)
|
Arlington police are warning citizens to be on the lookout for two guys posing as cops.
In all fairness, some cop costumes are just too flawlessly contrived.
The suspects pretended to be officers in an attempt to steal a woman's purse on Tuesday, September 18th around 10:00 p.m. The victim, a 28-year-old Arlington woman, was driving in the 1800 block of south Collins Street (near Pioneer Parkway). The guys pulled behind her in a white, four-door Chevy Caprice with a red flashing light on the dashboard and a spotlight flashing.
They approached her car, one on each side, and asked for her license. She, in turn, asked to see their badges, which prompted one of the suspects to yell "I don't need a badge!" and then demand to have her purse. Then the woman drove away.
At this time, "THE ARLINGTON POLICE DEPARTMENT" (their caps, not mine) would like to remind you they "DO NOT USE ANY CHEVY CAPRICE MODEL VEHICLES" as cop cars. Instead, they use white Ford Crown Victorias, Chevy Impalas and Chevy Tahoes, all of which are marked and have light bars on the roof. And the only unmarked cars they use are silver, grey or dark blue Crown Victorias with multiple lights.
Also, all Arlington patrol officers wear official police uniforms with a nameplate, badge and patches.
Click here for more info on the suspects. If you have know anything about this hot caper, call Safe City Commission Crime Stoppers at (817) 469-TIPS or to submit a tip online at www.469tips.com.
All tipsters remain anonymous and are eligible for a reward up to $1,000.
Related stories
- Richland Hills man pulled over by imposter police officer (March 13, 2008)
See more stories in:
Find...
Today
Fall 2009 Dinner With Dialogue Series Eating "sustainably" -- without harming animals, farm workers, or the environment -- will be the topic at this dinner at Celebration restaurant, with author Pamela Walker plus Michael and Debby Sams of Full Quiver Farms from Kemp, Texas. More info
Latest comments
- xdavidwattsx on Concert preview: Mastodon and Deathlok at the House of Blues (November 11): No mention of Converge!? Criminal. They just put out a great record and are worth seeing as much as ...
- skendrick on Concert review: Snoop Dogg at House of Blues (November 8): Are you sure your real name is not Mario?...
- Russ Vandeveerdonk on Lewisville resident breaks Guinness World Record for longest drum roll: “drum roll”,…..this story won’t die off/away, I like it. Even a month later!...
- Russ Vandeveerdonk on BODIES…The Exhibition to open in West End in Dallas on November 21: This would have been a great draw had it opened during HALLOWEEN, but now is also a great time to se...
Latest reviews
- Colby Walton on Si Tapas and Spanish Cuisine: Just visited this place for the first time, and found the quality of the food, the service, the atmo...
- cindyallentx on India West Fine Dining & Lounge: I went to this restaurant last friday had a wonderful experience. Love the low light romantic feel o...
- jognmcdermott on India West Fine Dining & Lounge: This place has it all good food sweet service. I proposed to my fiance here it was perfect! we loved...
Things you can't miss
Latest stories
- My Denton Music spotlight: Enemies
- Cowboys run up Dallas-Fort Worth ratings score, falling short only of home opener
- Medieval masterworks leave France and visit Dallas for first and only U.S. tour in 2010
- BODIES…The Exhibition to open in West End in Dallas on November 21
- Galactic and Mike Dillon's Go-Go Jungle wreak havoc on Granada, cause Dirty South dance party
Comments
Aaron Johnson Verified
"And the only unmarked cars they use are silver, grey or dark blue Crown Victorias" So after you finish that bowl, the only vehicles you really need to be paranoid about are listed above.
2 years, 1 month ago ( Link to this comment | Suggest removal )
Post a comment