News release
Arrest of man leads to impersonation investigation
February 5, 2026
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Kamloops, British Columbia
From: Kamloops RCMP
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File:2026-3010
Kamloops RCMP Detachment’s Crime Reduction Unit proactive work leads to the arrest of a man allegedly impersonating police.
On January 29, 2026, at approximately 11:00 p.m. the Kamloops RCMP Detachment Crime Reduction Unit conducted a traffic stop and learned that the alleged driver was prohibited from driving. Further into the investigation police located body armour that included non RCMP ‘Police’ and ‘RCMP’ lettering. The vehicle involved was a white GMC truck, and was equipped with red and blue lights, along with a siren.
“Impersonating police is a criminal offence whether it be by false representation, badge, article, uniform or equipment which can pose a significant risk to both public and police safety,” said Sergeant Jason Pole, in charge of the Kamloops RCMP Detachment Crime Reduction Unit. “The proactive work of police with this investigation contributes to reducing crime as we continue with our commitment for safer communities.”
Weapons, body armour and the vehicle have been seized pending further investigation. A man in his 40’s has since been released with charge recommendations anticipated.
The Kamloops RCMP would like to remind the public that police will produce proper police identification if you are unsure about the legitimacy of their interactions.
The Kamloops RCMP Detachment is asking anyone that may have had an encounter with a man with a white GMC truck wearing partial police attire to please contact the Kamloops RCMP at 250-828-3000 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) and cite file 2026-3010.