09/09/2017
Please be aware the City is still searching for a person impersonating a police officer.
Auburn Police are investigating a report of an individual impersonating a police officer off campus Wednesday night:
“On Thursday, September 7, 2017 Auburn Police responded to a call from a 21-year-old female reporting that she was stopped by an individual impersonating a police officer. The incident occurred at about 9:30 p.m. near the intersection of E. University Drive and S. Dean Road, in Auburn. According to the victim, a white male, approximately 6’ tall, light colored hair and athletic build, pulled her over, approached her vehicle and demanded money.
The suspect was dressed in a dark colored uniform and was driving a newer model white Dodge Charger with black rims, brush guard over the grill, spot light on the driver’s door and blue strobe lights inside the vehicle across the top of the windshield.
The Police Division asks anyone that may have witnessed the traffic stop, observed a similar vehicle in the area during the timeframe, has knowledge of someone matching this description with access to the above described vehicle, or who sees the above described vehicle is urged to immediately contact the Auburn Police Division at 334-501-3100 or the detective section at 334-501-3140. Callers may also provide information anonymously on the tip line 334-246-1391.”
If a police officer attempts to stop you, please follow these safety tips.
Turn on your hazard lights and slow down to indicate that you see the officer. Drive slowly to a well-lit, public place, such as an open business.
If you have concerns about the individual attempting to stop you and are in the City of Auburn, you can call 334-501-3100 and select option 1 to speak with a communications officer, who can verify if an Auburn officer is attempting to stop you.
If you believe someone who is not a legitimate police officer has stopped you, dial 911 and report it immediately.
