Breaking: Hays County Sheriff’s Office Receives Third Impersonation Of A Public Servant Report

The Hays County Sheriff’s Office responded to yet another Impersonating a Public Servant traffic stop call on March 27, 2017, at approximately 8:30 pm.

During this incident, a male motorist was on FM 2001 near Windy Hill Road when a pickup truck began following the motorist and activated red and blue emergency lights.

The victim thought he was being pulled over for a traffic stop. The suspect, whom the motorist believed was a peace officer, was described as:

White male, approximately 5 foot 9 inches, medium build, medium length dark hair
wearing shorts and a T-shirt

When the victim saw what the suspected driver was wearing, he immediately drove off. The pickup truck with the red and blue lights did not follow the victim.

Sheriff Gary Cutler wants to remind citizens that if you are unsure as to the legitimacy of a law enforcement traffic stop by an unmarked vehicle to follow some simple steps.

Alert the stopping officer that you are aware that they are attempting to stop you by activating your vehicle’s emergency flashers and proceed to the nearest lighted area following the posted speed limit.

You may call 9-1-1 to advise sheriff’s dispatch of your concerns and where you are stopping, ie convenience store/church/restaurant.

All law enforcement officers are required to carry official identification cards and can be requested to produce them to ensure you that they are peace officers; whether they are in uniform or plain clothes.

If you believe you have information regarding this case contact the Hays County Sheriff’s Office at 512-393-7896 and speak with the Criminal Investigations Division or you may contact the Hays County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-324-8477.

Remember, you may also submit information electronically from the link on the Hays County Crime Stoppers website or by using the free smartphone application from any smartphone.

The application is P3tips.com. Information leading to the arrest and indictment of criminal suspect(s) may be eligible for a CASH reward of up to $1,000. All calls are confidential and callers will remain anonymous. You do not have to give your name and you will not have to testify in court.

This release was prepared by Lt Dennis Gutierrez with the Hays County Sheriff’s Office. For further media related questions contact the HCSO media pager 512-395-2117 or dg1203@co.hays.tx.us.