Impersonating

Judge Penalizes Mt. Juliet Security Firm for Impersonating Law Enforcement, Avoids License Suspension

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A ruling by an administrative law judge has determined that a security company in Mt. Juliet, Solaren, improperly allowed employees to don police identification, leading to significant penalties. The decision, which spans 37 pages, was issued by Judge Claudia Padfield and revealed a $64,000 fine against the company. The ruling follows a series of investigations that highlighted concerns about Solaren’s practices, suggesting that “imposter police officers” operated under its auspices throughout Nashville. The whistleblower reporting initiated by local media led to these scrutinies, necessitating judicial review of the company’s conduct. Judge Padfield’s … Read more

Motorcyclist Arrested for Impersonating Officer, Armed with Fake Uniform and Weapons in Hemet

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HEMET, Calif. — Authorities apprehended a motorcyclist on Monday for allegedly impersonating a law enforcement officer. The arrest by Hemet police stemmed from reports of a rider who was using emergency lights and wearing a fake uniform while committing various traffic violations. When officers initiated a stop on the motorcycle, they discovered that the individual was equipped with a series of weapons, including what looked like a Glock-style pistol, two Tasers, a baton, and pepper spray. Both Tasers were confirmed to be functional. The suspect has a prior criminal record, leading to multiple felony charges … Read more

Local Woman in Savannah Denies Accusations of Impersonating a Lawyer, Faces Multiple Charges

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SAVANNAH, Ga. — A local woman accused of falsely presenting herself as a lawyer in Chatham County entered a not guilty plea after being formally charged with multiple criminal offenses. Sharong Smith, who has also used the alias Nicole Johnston, faces allegations of identity fraud, forgery, theft by deception, and illegally practicing law without authorization. These charges were handed down following an investigation that surfaced significant accusations regarding her fraudulent activities. The inquiry into Smith’s actions revealed that she purportedly operated under a stolen identity, masquerading as a licensed attorney to deceive clients and legal … Read more

Woodhaven Doctor Almost Duped by Scammer Impersonating Wayne County Sheriff in New Jury Duty Con

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Woodhaven, Mich. — A local veterinarian had a narrow escape from a scam operation involving an impersonator of Wayne County Sheriff, shedding light on a growing crime trend. Dr. Eric Mann of the Woodhaven Animal Hospital received a bogus call early this week from someone proclaiming to be Sheriff Raphael Washington, initiating what could have turned into a financial disaster. The caller deceitfully claimed that Dr. Mann had missed a jury summons from the previous March, resulting in a bench warrant for his arrest. They instructed him urgently to drive to what was purported to … Read more