Man impersonating cop accosts woman

A man posing as a police officer attacked a woman Sunday in Alpine County.

The woman was driving west on Highway 88 near Woodfords about 9pm Oct. 8 when she noticed a truck following her. The single red light made her believe it was a law enforcement vehicle pulling her over.

The man was wearing dark clothing and a badge. He asked for her ID and then told her to get out of her vehicle.

According to Alpine County sheriff’s deputies, the suspect then threw the woman to the ground. She was able to fight back and escape to her vehicle.

The white male is described as 40 to 50 years old, 6-feet-2, 225 pounds, dark hair, and bushy mustache. It’s possible he sustained injuries in the fight.

He was driving a newer full size white diesel pickup, with possible custom rims.

Anyone with information should call Alpine County Sheriff’s Office at (530) 694.2231.

— Lake Tahoe News staff report