Police seek public assistance following reports a man impersonated a police officer in Sydney’s west yesterday.
About 9am (Tuesday 25 June 2019), a woman was driving her silver Toyota Camry north east on Tench Avenue, Jamisontown.
She was flagged down by a man, who requested she stop her vehicle.
The man allegedly claimed to be a police officer and produced a silver badge in a black leather wallet.
He then accused the driver of a traffic offence.
About 6.20pm (Tuesday 25 June 2019), the woman attended Penrith Police Station, where officers failed to find any reported speeding offences at that date and time on Tench Avenue, Jamisontown.
Police would like to speak to a man who may be able to assist with their inquiries.
The man is described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged in his 40’s, with a solid build, approximately 183cm tall with a solid build and receding brown hair.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence.
