Montgomery County authorities are on the lookout for information about a serious and concerning case of impersonation. A 67-year-old man named Alejandro Ceferino Zunca was arrested for pretending to be a police officer and potentially conducting traffic stops both inside and outside the county. The Vice and Intelligence Unit of the Montgomery County Department of Police is spearheading the investigation to unravel the full extent of Zunca’s activities.
It came to light that Zunca may have operated beyond Montgomery County’s realm, where detention under faux authority is not just a breach of trust but a direct affront to the rule of law. To really get to the root of this issue, detectives need people’s experiences and tips—residents who might have encountered Zunca during these unauthorized stops are encouraged to step forward and assist in painting the full picture of his transgressions. The Department has made it explicitly clear that it is safe to come forward, and anonymity will be granted to those who wish it.
Details on the case are still emerging, with the police releasing a call to action for anyone who has had contact with Zunca while he impersonated a law enforcement officer. It’s a delicate situation, one that hinges on community cooperation and information sharing, as investigators weave together the narrative of Zunca’s impersonation…