Florida Man arrested in a vehicle with light bar for impersonating officer
Miami police arrested Louis Lugo for impersonating a police officer.
The incident happened on Sunday, January 16th, 2022 off Southwest 7th Street in Miami.
Police said Mr. Lugo approached officers who were working overtime, asking if they needed help.
He was wearing a duty belt, complete with a gun, handcuffs, and a baton.
The police report also said that Lugo’s car had a light bar.
According to the police report:
Police said they did ask Lugo if he was a police officer, and he said no, that he is a security officer.
The Miami Police Department want to remind the public that if they are being pulled over and feel unsafe, they can call 911 and ask for another officer to verify the traffic stop is legitimate.
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