(Image Credit: Three Hills RCMP)

By rdnewsNOW Staff

Elnora Man Charged

Three Hills RCMP charge male for personating a peace officer

Feb 26, 2026 | 12:01 PM

A central Alberta man has been accused of impersonating a peace officer.

On Jan. 8, 2026, Three Hills RCMP began an investigation into personation of a peace officer in Elnora.

Police say they located an older model Ford Crown Victoria parked at a residence, and it appeared to have a badge on the bumper that read, “police interceptor”.

(Image Credit: Three Hills RCMP)

Mounties say further investigation revealed the same vehicle had been seen on Oct. 17, 2025, near Sylvan Lake, driving at a high rate of speed with blue lights flashing.

Elnora Man Charged

Three Hills RCMP charge male for personating a peace officer

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RCMP say two drivers reported the vehicle and stated they initially believed it was a police vehicle. 

Three Hills RCMP obtained a warrant to search and seized the vehicle. It was later searched, and a fully functional siren and PA system were found.

The investigation revealed the Ford Crown Victoria was a decommissioned police vehicle, however, had been outfitted by the suspect with police style equipment. 

A 64-year-old resident of Elnora, has been charged with personating a peace officer. 

Police say the suspect was issued a Summons and is scheduled to appear at the Alberta Court of Justice in Red Deer on April 17, 2026. 

Three Hills RCMP believe there may be additional complaints about the vehicle, and anyone who has information is encouraged to contact the Three Hills RCMP detachment at 403-443-5539.

If you wish to remain anonymous , you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.