In June of 2024, police received information that a BMW X5 SUV was being used to impersonate police. The X5 was described as having blue and red flashing lights mounted in the front of the vehicle. The suspect vehicle was identified by police, and an investigation was initiated into the vehicle and its owner.
“We are looking to speak with anyone who may have been stopped by this vehicle, believing it to be police” says Acting Det. Alex Dickson with the EPS Firearms Investigation Unit. “We believe that there are people who have been pulled over by this vehicle or witnessed it utilizing the flashing blue and red lights.”
“Police impersonations are very concerning and can erode public trust in police. The only vehicles that are permitted to use blue and red flashing lights are police vehicles.”
Actual photo of suspect vehicle
Video of flashing red and blue lights on the suspect vehicle
Video of a strobe light on the suspect vehicle
Anyone with information about this suspect vehicle is asked to please contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.