Man accused of impersonating DEA agent during Frankfort traffic stop, police say

The Brief

  • Edward Kajmowicz was arrested Monday following a traffic stop in Frankfort.
  • Police say Kajmowicz identified himself as a DEA agent and presented fraudulent credentials.
  • Investigators confirmed he had never worked for the DEA and found him in possession of a semiautomatic firearm despite his revoked FOID card.

FRANKFORT, Ill. – A suburban man is facing charges after allegedly impersonating a federal drug enforcement agent during a traffic stop in Frankfort, police said.

Edward Kajmowicz, 46, of Burr Ridge, was arrested on Monday and charged with impersonating a public officer and unlawful possession of weapons, according to the Frankfort Police Department.

Fake DEA credentials discovered during traffic stop

What we know:

Police said Kajmowicz was stopped for a traffic violation near the intersection of LaGrange Road and Lincoln-Way Lane.…

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