About 7:35pm on Tuesday 14 January 2025, the man attended a truck stop located on Abernethy Road in Kewdale. It will be alleged whilst wearing overalls and a helmet with DFES embroidery, he got into a parked Holden Rodeo utility. The vehicle was marked with reflective signage and stickers which depict a DFES vehicle.
It will be further alleged, as the vehicle travelled on Baldwin Street in Kewdale, the man activated red, white and blue flashing lights and audible sirens installed on the car.
On Monday 20 January 2025, Arson Squad detectives apprehended the man at a residence on Leake Street in Belmont. During a subsequent search of the property, detectives located and seized the imitation DFES equipment and clothing, including the Holden Rodeo utility.
A 60-year-old from Forrestfield is due to appear before the Perth Magistrates Court on Wednesday 19 February 2025, charged with:
• Impersonating a Public Officer
The investigation is ongoing and detectives urge anyone with any information relating to this or similar incidents, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via www.crimestopperswa.com.au
