How to Spot a Police Impersonator

[@playcapturereplay9371]

Now the impersonators know how to equip their vehicles :)

[@DBZHGWgamer]

Except it would be extremely hard to correctly get all of this... I mean, the lights themselfs are a huge roadblock. Plus all that equipment would be super expencive.

[@DBZHGWgamer]

Rapid Lemon except they don't leave that stuff in the cars...

[@ThumperMinerUnion]

Rapid Lemon "Trashed Cop Cars" are most likely gonna be in a scrapyard. To be turned into scrap. And the surviving equipment was likely salvaged from the vehicle.

[@atlguera564]

Play Capture Replay obviously they already do and have. Before and after this video. Just this past weekend several women were assaulted here in Atlanta buy a man impersonating a police officer. Please....better for US women to be safe than sorry.

[@atlguera564]

DivideByZero actually they do leave a lot of that stuff on the cars. Talking about when you pass a old cop car sometimes you tend to slow down because you think you could possibly get a speeding ticket. They may not leave the lights on there but they always leave the spotlights and the computer chips in the car that allow the speed governor to be enabled. When I was younger my uncle was the town's electrician and we would play around with his Sirens all the time but we had to be super careful. So it's not hard to get them at all.

[@9ZERO6]

This is a very cool video that this department has done. It is important to know that this does not empower a wannabe to be a successful impersonator, it helps potential victims avoid this crime altogether. Most people are fooled because they have no idea what to look for, or what the laws are in their state in regards to a traffic stop and what the police are required to do. For example, Ohio has very specific laws and regards to what type of vehicle can pull you over. By that I mean, whether the vehicle is marked or unmarked etc. This police Lieutenant also makes a very good point, it is extremely unlikely that a vehicle would be pulling you over that only has one or two lights on it. Today's police vehicles are lit up like Christmas trees, and that should be your first clue. It is also very common for police impersonators to have 1 or 2 things on their belt, and very little on their uniform shirt. As a matter of fact most of them don't wear anything police oriented other than a gun, and rely on the fact that you have no idea what you were looking at, to intimidate you. Ex-police cars like the Crown Victoria are commonly used by these idiots. Beware of this, and do some research. I would bet that no unmarked vehicles are allowed to pull people over for traffic infractions in the city in which you live.

[@theburntcookieshub5803]

Very appreciative for this video officers! Also like all the cameras you keep both on personnel and vehicles keeps the lawman honest just for the few that give a bad rep for all in the public eye. Stay safe and keep providing the protecting friends!

[@Nam3lessd]

Cops: Our cars are very distinctive and noticeable. Also cops: *drives ghost cars*

[@michaeltavares2690]

When a unmarked car tried to pull my friend over he didn't stop until he was in a safe lit up area then got charged with evading a police officer

[@kubotaman85]

Did he turn on his hazard flashers and proceeded to the area in a safe manner?

[@Mikevdog]

Unmarked cop cars are not supposed to make traffic stops. It's not safe.

[@jaxkboiiz2938]

@@Mikevdog they're not supposed to but however they do if it's a unmarked car but they're in full police uniform

[@johnmar8498]

@mikevdog it depends in all states and what their department allows them to do

[@IratePuffin]

He should’ve called 911.

[@leosypher9993]

I want to personally thank you guys for not only making this video but for your service, I always like thanking police officers for there service as it apparently is a thankless job, so please lt. Gensoles if you read this tell everyone at ELPD that I said thank you for your service

[@MickeyD2012]

Thank you sir. It's a sobering reminder that these things happen from time to time, and they can happen right where you live.

[@shreddder999]

If their badge reads "Honorary Game Warden" For the most part, an impersonator won't have a Peace Officer ID Card.

[@m341ehw]

Sorry Metro State PD have a more professional look 😉

[@floradomingo3038]

How about unmarked..?

[@spencerscrivner8537]

I'd say your best bet is to call 911, regardless of what the officer is driving, Dispatch should know that the officer is trying to pull you over.

[@lolmock25]

Im my state unmarked cars are only allowed to pull u over or reckless driving or something major they can't do speeding tickets etc in unmarked cars

[@toxicatto6074]

Call 911 and pull over in a well lit area like gas station, see how many lights in the car, a real police will may have some lights sometimes christmas tree lights, impersonator will only have like 1 or 2 lights since it's super expensive, ask for the officer's ID, a real one won't hesitate to give their ID. Edit: look for its equipment too, like bullbar, spotlights. If you have eagle eye try to see if it have any computer, antennas, radar, pager. A real one will have them. Don't forget that some police car have only 1 or 2 lighting so, you can't just say they're not cops. Follow the first sentence if you're not sure

[@JoeDurobot]

*Does it say METRO STATE on the vehicle?*

[@jeremythevirushuang6303]

Most impersonators have unmarked vehicles. You need to explain that instead of a real marked vehicle. This video was pointless

[@EastLansingPolice]

the impersonator in OUR city was using a marked vehicle which is why we made this video.. we do not stop people in unmarked vehicles in East Lansing.

[@kurta6179]

East Lansing Police is having lights on your car legal as long as you don't use them on a road (I live in Massachusetts)

[@budstephens7239]

Thanks for taking the time to post this video . Very professional police dept ...

[@NolaGB]

I was told by a County Deputy, that if at night, only pull over in a well lit area at a fairly busy place. Traveling from one county to another, have areas that tend to be dark. He also told me that if I had a flat, slow down and keep going until I can pull into a well lit place. Told me that replacing a tire and or rim, is far better than pulling over into many of our dark areas. This Deputy. gave me his business card. Thank you for this video.

[@Ckom-Tunes]

Shhhh! You’re giving Jeremy Dewitt ideas!

[@cainotheconcernedcitizen5196]

If I didn't know any better, I'd swear this was a hoax?! I wish LA County deputies out of the Santa Clarita substation were this outgoing, while still maintaining that professional bearing.. It would make for more approachable law enforcement personnel, therefore enhancing that agency-community relationship. Seriously is it really that hard? NO. This video perfectly illustrates what seems to be genuinely sincere and ethical "cops" who have the public's interest at heart. Or so it seems. I'm beginning to see that nothing is as it seems.. Anywho, good stuff. Just subscribed. Every law enforcement agency should have this.

[@Captain_Zero_]

The impersonators are getting better. You can get most of that stuff online. A quick search here online will show how creative they can be.

[@jed-henrywitkowski6470]

This dude knocked on my door and said he's a cop, and kinda looked the part. I told him, no warrant no candy! Damn kids.

[@NewYorkMan36]

Thanks for the video!

[@EastLansingPolice]

thanks for watching!

[@stewartsnape1231]

Sharp looking PD and good tips from both officers

[@mortenharrysson8136]

What about un-uniformed police cars, we have these in Norway. Don't know if that is being used in the USA do.

[@nordict9026]

Lol unmarked police cars are easy to spot in Sweden always a Volvo the cross country model.

[@scottkrafft6830]

Most unmarked cars in the US are Chargers, Crown Vics, Explorers and the occasional Taurus or 1996 Chevy Caprice.

[@andresmenon3743]

I kid you not, i've seen an undercover prius pull someone over. It was a legit cop aswell

[@79walkermason]

Around where I live in the United States we do have some unmarked police cars. Sometimes hard to spot because they are not the same design and do have different colors. But yes we do have unmarked police cars in the U.S.

[@ExtraFreakyBobTv]

First I’d like to say, there is a difference between an unmarked and undercover car. An unmarked car isn’t supposed to be indistinguishable from a regular car. It’s just so at a glance it dosent catch your eye the same way a marked car does. An under cover car could be anything from your moms soccer van to some old beat up Chevy Malibu

[@richardmedina707]

I stumbled across Jeremy Dewitte Metro State and now i am here

[@Zaltic]

This video has a few issues. In 48 States, unmarked police cars use regular civilian license plates, and no markings. They also tint the lights to hide them. Sometimes they even use regular non law enforcement models as undercover patrol cars. So the only way to tell if it's law enforcement is the uniform and their identifier.

[@vasel208]

Maybe police fleet department bosses and their technicians should make more of an effort to remove all signs that the vehicle was a police vehicle. One step further would be that citizens should not be able to buy police equipment unless you are in law enforcement and provide ID that you have permission by your department to buy that particular equipment, uniform, badge etc.

[@bruceharvey200]

Vas El Yeah, that's completely unnecessary. It's wrong to tell people that they can't buy a simple little light or something.

[@BenA-bu1cz]

Thanks for the heads up. Stay Safe out there.

[@RavishingSailor]

Guys, show the outtakes.Those are the best love you guys stay safe.

[@cocoadog1998]

I also can't stress this enough, COPS DON'T HAVE LICENSE PLATE FRAMES. I've seen so many impersonators with plate frames. Like, no, the police don't buy their cars from "Ford of East Hills" or whatever. If u see plate frames from a dealership (or "#1 Grandpa", obviously) it's not a cop.

[@joediver7669]

Here in California any emergency vehicle (police, fire, or ambulance etc) must have at least one solid red light facing to the front. If the emergency vehicle behind you doesn't have that, it may be fake or from a small department that isn't aware of the specific wording of CVC 25252 and 21806. These departments or individuals are exposing themselves to liability as you aren't required by law to yield to them.

[@jessierabbit]

Thought I saw a fake police officer earlier this week in my town (my coworker thinks they saw them as well). They pulled out of a dead-end street (that has quite a few houses on it) and turned on their lights right away. The lights were on the dashboard and were tiny. The car was blacked out and didn't look like any unmarked car I've ever seen. He was on the other side of the road (and I'd already passed him by the time I realized there were lights) so it didn't effect me.

[@phite9400]

Ok its sooooo cool how a police station has a youtube chanel

[@EddieLeal]

Great tips. However you never know how far an individual will go to make thier vehicle look authentic. So, always, ALWAYS, call 911 and inform them of vehicle and alleged officer with location if possible. They should be able to verify if the officer/unit is the real deal.

[@the1HLT]

What if you accidentally call a 911 impersonator that's in cahoots with the police impersonator? 😨

[@blubase06]

Your vehicles are heavy and can't keep up in the corners.

[@fasillimerick7394]

One question to ask is, "is your name Jeremy?".

[@Gamebreaker08]

I thought the all blue was just a southern thing! I know Chicago runs all blue, but It's nice to see it other northern cities run it, the all blue looks so cool!

[@EastLansingPolice]

we agree! (that's why we did it.. lol)

[@slayerjohn447]

Ohio State Highway Patrol uses an all blue light bar on their roof while all other agencies use red and blue. Can always tell which one has a car pulled over based on that.

[@kurta6179]

Gamebreaker08 it's all blue here in Boston and tbh almost all of Massachusetts... maybe even all of New England

[@jimthecactus7425]

Gamebreaker08 I live in the south and where I live we have red and blue

[@awmperry]

Here in Sweden and the UK, all blue is the norm for all emergency services. Red always means stop - Swedish police cars have a red front-facing strobe in the windscreen or lightbar that's used for stops.

[@jasonlawrence2143]

What if you believe your neighbor may be impersonating the police? Specifically a Genessee county officer. Thank you East Lansing police. Should I go to the Fenton local police or the county police about this? Hope you answer my question soon.

[@InnerLuminosity]

They could care less

[@lysol8069]

This was uploaded on my birthday (:

[@EastLansingPolice]

happy belated birthday!!

[@KronosOnPC]

wow same

[@bigfootwalker306]

In my state volunteer fire fires use all blue lights on their p.o.v. The fire chiefs use all red lights and are aloud to use a siren on their p.o.v. sheriff departments Also use all read. And both municipal police and state police either marked or unmarked all use red and blue. Also p.a. state constables are not allowed to use any lights or sirens on their p.o.v. because it's not registered as an emergency vehicle but due put decals on their cars making them look like police. Two from my county were arrested last week for outfitting their retired police charger with a like bar and lied about them being a part of a search and rescue group they made up.

[@LeonydaCruz]

Social Media Officer... dats new

[@budstephens7239]

I have a question , if you are issued a speeding ticket , ...the officer is pacing you....does the police car speedometer have to be certified ??

[@bblakethewolfgamer4339]

Now I know what to do if I am being pulled over by a police impersonator in my town. Thanks y'all. Might visit one day when I get the money.

[@alexaann9232]

Thank you for this. I understand the impersonator was pretending to be a patrol officer, but how about an impersonator pretending to be an undercover or in an unmarked car? Very tricky situation because you don't want to take the chance and non comply to an actual deputy. So how would you identify that in such a fast pace circumstance?

[@CJ-222]

Call 911 and ask them to confirm that a real police officer has pulled you over.

[@KATONKA...]

Mi doesn't use unmarked

[@alexaann9232]

@@KATONKA... right, but just in general to any department

[@KATONKA...]

@@alexaann9232 I concur with your post. Mine was more to the vid. As cj222 wrote, call 911 to verify and to acknowledge you will comply. If not a cop, give them as much info on perp. If you don't feel safe where you're at, let 911 why and slowly go to a safer spot. Have a blessed day

[@andrewkirk7081]

I work as a police/security contractor for NATO, and would like to point out that there is a component to the uniform that you forgot to include, and that would be the uniform hat/cover. Just thought I would let you know

[@apa1967]

Andrew Kirk not all law enforcement agencies require a hat to be worn.

[@andrewkirk7081]

I am aware. You should also be aware that a judge or arbitrator isn’t required to wear a black robe either. Not even in the US Supreme Court. But most choose to because of tradition and the image of authority it conveys. That’s not to say that all do, and I actually know of a few who wear regular business suits on the bench. In addition to security one of my hobbies is advocacy, hence why I know about tribunal procedures and due process

[@andrewkirk7081]

Advocacy is an interesting thing to do. If you don’t have the time or money to be a lawyer but still want to help others and give a voice to those who don’t necessarily have one it is a perfect activity

[@andrewkirk7081]

My point is that just because something is not required doesn’t mean you shouldn’t do it

[@andrewkirk7081]

I just see such omission as a tremendous disservice

[@mrd.6594]

These videos are awesome because people are getting braver and braver with the fake cop bull crap...impersonating a policeman is bad enough but when they go so far as to hook lights up and a lot of police equipment and getting behind people and attempting to pull someone over even as a joke has gone to far nowadays....they even have them on KZbin as pranks but those pranks ain't funny or fun to watch...thank you guys for bringing out these videos and SHOULD come down HARD on people impersonating a cop......

[@geezuss1114]

That's great the back is easily identifiable so the next time we pull one over, we can be sure it's the genuine article

[@tylerhendrix14]

Thanks from a future state trooper.

[@EastLansingPolice]

good luck!

[@kuntass8254]

Tyler Hendrix hope you get it i wanna be an officer too

[@timcool98]

Tyler Hendrix fuck the feds

[@Hedgeflexlfz]

Tim Cool They are not feds, but state level idiot

[@dillonsearssears9680]

Social Media Officer???? wtf

[@zakaria600]

yup, looking for people who posting illegal firearms,drugs, animal abuse, prostitution ,theft, pedophiles ...

[@themikeroberts]

Or maybe post on social media as PR. Most departments around me have an officer who does that (as just one part of their job).

[@phite9400]

They Probably also stop cyberbullies

[@nightmicu]

Generally PR. Also common in fire departments.

[@merdanplaco3335]

never heard about miami police vlog officer "Nick" ?? whoaa boii

[@andtpfack8243]

this video made me a better police impersonator

[@richardkannegiesser7322]

We've had some SPECTACULAR police impersonation incidents in Canada, such as Gabriel Wortman's shooting rampage in Nova Scotia back in June 2020

[@richardkannegiesser7322]

Spectacular... Meaning replica RCMP uniform AND cruiser was done to TERRIFYING precision.

[@369jtrain]

East Lansing officers need to know D.O.T laws and rules. A charter bus driver is exempt from railroad crossing when empty! And when try to explain to the officer the rule and officer pulls out DOT rule book but REFUSES to turn the page to where it says exempt! But instead officer says " are you telling me the law?" You reply yes and he tickets you. But when shown to the magistrate and ticket gets dismissed! Wonder? Who knows the law?

[@tombt7]

Thats good about the sides and back decals.When you get pulled over just get out of your car and walk back and do a quick look around .

[@richarduhde9624]

We have a lot of unmarked police vehicles in my city and county. Also, many cops now wear civilian clothes with police vest and tactical type holster.

[@CAR1DAVID_ERV]

Information but I guarantee you every department has unmarked cars and folks wearing plainclothes sometimes so this really doesn't inform people that well because most impersonators are pretending to be undercover as well because it's easier for them to make you believe that there are police officer if they don't have all the equipment if they're supposed to be undercover.

[@EastLansingPolice]

Our police department does have unmarked cars and plainclothes officers but they do not make traffic stops.

[@ozkrpalminteri9431]

U just ruined wannabe cops careers😭

[@ssherrierable]

So this cop just said your allowed to be on your phone while driving if your calling 911 to see if he is a real cop?

[@ChefBuckeye]

While I find it good giving helpful tips for spotting a impersonator, there are some issues; the most identifiable way would be the municipal plate. The uniform, set. The badge/id, set. The car, heck be a railroad police officer, set. The lights, well if your lucky with that railroad police fakory, you might get lucky fully suited up if not then plenty of lights off the internet, set. That municipal plate is the only thing that exactly says "we are the police" and Michigan doesn't require a front-facing plate so you can't tell.

[@207522]

When I first saw this video with the pic of the police car on the thumbnail I read it as "How to spot a police interceptor". I was like wow, I can't believe they're sharing this! Lol

[@Police-Officer-Fan-Club]

I'm dead

[@EastLansingPolice]

lol

[@ohiodipper9877]

Very good tips

[@JohnDoe-uk7jy]

More like "how to become a police impersonator", joking, very entertaining video!

[@budstephens7239]

And if so can you ask to see it if you go to court ?

[@tobiasfunke5636]

Hey great video. I noticed when you turned on the lights they were only blue, can you explain a little about the light colors (red/blue, only blue or red etc.) Thanks guys!Be safe

[@EastLansingPolice]

In Michigan a police car is required to have a blue light, we decided to go with blue only and not use red for better visibility and recognition. When you see all blue lights you know it's an East Lansing police officer.

[@publicsafetyinvestigations999]

The entire Connecticut State Police fleet (is unmarked) has no visible markings or badging, striping or lettering indicating a police vehicle. In addition there are no longer roof mounted light bars mounted on the roof. The state is asking for police impersonators while this largely benefits the troopers who can use the vehicle, fuel supplied, unrestricted off duty.

[@SuperVicepoint]

Will I make the police officer dislike me if I ask them to show me their ID?

[@sub222marathon]

kevin gose not if you are polite about it, no.

[@VictorSavelle]

What a great channel

[@juangonzalez9848]

Wait, were they in an unmarked style fake or in a marked fake. How brazen would they be to have a "marked" fake. Have to say that just about all of the stuff on your car could be bought online. Even the badge on your uniform.

[@dockomockopocko4833]

That is cool an all but how do you know if an unmarked police car is a real police officer

[@georgeschmid8819]

I was pulled over last Wednesday (my birthday) the fake police officer gave me a citation for trafficking, possession of marijuana, and intent to distribute. He called my parents. My parents showed up and when it was time to leave, I asked for my citation. He said I couldn’t keep it. I said “your fake, I’m calling the cops on you” the impersonator immediately called for back up and his fake boss came. I went to his car and flamed him saying that he needed to try harder to scam people. Meanwhile my dad is yelling at me for disrespecting a cop. My dad didn’t know he was fake until I made the fake cop leave. Ya I’m grounded af though for Doja.

[@kubotaman85]

You can always phone 911 and verify that the officer behind you is legitimate

[@paradice9920]

Like the video says haha

[@raymondjiang3978]

If an impersonator is indeed following you can you just run into the fire station and request for someone to be your witness

[@EV6CrashCam]

Good tips!

[@dofadaking]

Can someone link me to a website to find this impersonating gear, to better acquaint myself? (joking)

[@ethanc310]

If you are a bounty Hunter how should you personalize your car to properly identity yourself?

[@maxischew514]

This only applies to Australia as I know so far. But if you ask a police officer for his/her badge and rank they have to tell you.

[@colinblaas3592]

very handy, but uhm, unmarked cars?

[@sunburntsilverado7665]

In my city/county the police cars don't look like the ones in this video. But I live in a really small town in Florida and the cars are white and navy blue letters

[@iCazZiStronZi]

Were is east lansing? I know in the states but where?

[@Jimmyroytroy]

Michigan, lol it says it on the plates

[@iCazZiStronZi]

Grayson Shindler wow... i didn't even notice lol 😐

[@nathanrosendall8196]

SUBIE4estr XT Michigan, next to Lansing, which is the capitol city and main city in the Mid Michigan area.

[@bigvert]

prob michigan

[@apothecaryjohn]

Well thank God you're not a detective amirite?

[@rafaelvelasquez5455]

And why the hell would you share this!?! Smh 🤦‍♂️

[@snypermarksman]

The best way to ensure citizens know if it's a real police officer and not is to have only fully marked police cars. No undercover and no unmarked. Easiest way to protect your citizens

[@yourpapifosho962]

I have seen a lot of unmarked police cars pulling people over. If I ever get pulled over I will call the local police just to make sure for my safety

[@stayup5904]

Light colors could also be important.

[@kipwheeler7188]

Good info

[@vasel208]

Absolute B.S. Unless you have a mental illness. Why impersonate. Just join the police department in your state and help keep your community safe. Plus you get paid to do it.

[@xavierathorne]

With LED tech becoming cheaper and more available, the impersonators are going to start incorporating more realistic homebrew systems, so the cheesy lighting that they were using is going to become dated. I can see cars of the future having a type of NFC chip installed in the trunks, and the companion apparatus being installed on the front bumper of police cars, so they can be verified instantly during a traffic stop. Anyway, we got to think ahead of these unstable individual.

[@MrPhotodoc]

Many impersonators will claim to be "off duty" and driving personal vehicles.

[@nicoleg3704]

Once on another KZbin channel a police officer checked a fake cop and he ripped out his badge and it was so fake that it broke .

[@Matthewxie5505]

Can you can do unmarked car too

[@samuelbradburry574]

Dam Hamilton is a toothpick you sure he isn’t a high schooler

[@crazycreed6675]

I own two unmarked police cars and I love them an FPIU and a crown Victoria

[@evanpysher6508]

Plot twist.. he IS the impersonater.

[@Qofb7636]

I learn that undercover officers in Lansing do not conduct traffic stops. Wow

[@WButterfinger]

What about undercover (unmarked) police cars

[@EastLansingPolice]

In East Lansing we do not conduct traffic stops in unmarked police cars

[@ThoosieJP]

you call 911 read the license plate to the person and they would say

[@goldproductions5867]

A step-by-step guide to how to impersonate a police officer in East Lansing. You guys are lucky I have no idea where East Lansing is. Lel jk

[@you7uber5]

What about how to spot a police impersonator in a "unmarked" car.

[@coreydsousa]

Purple and gold in East Lansing?

[@one277]

should talk about uc or unmarked cars. unless only full uniform or marked cars are allowed to make stops.

[@EastLansingPolice]

In our city only marked patrol cars will make traffic stops. If an unmarked car needs to stop someone they will call for a marked unit to assist.

[@123456bmx]

Undercover cop cars don't have municipal plates where I'm from.Sketchy mo'fos they are.

[@pspgamerserjio]

in my area the plates say exempt

[@EastLansingPolice]

cali???

[@kristianvandehei8757]

I live in Utah and unless its an unmarked car they have exempt license plates here

[@zerious1016]

East Lansing Police yup

[@timcool98]

Serjio Blockus in mine they say EX

[@junwaen9649]

Where I am they say Public

[@Mikevdog]

They didn't mention bald heads, 'roids, and tats.

[@TheBawiii]

the end... im dying!!!

[@piersonbarnes6691]

why dont you have red lights

[@ShortArmStrongArm]

Blue lights are for snow plows. Red lights are for emergency vehicles.