Man Charged with Impersonating Law Enforcement Officer with Dodge Charger: Elvante Riddick Identified as Suspect

Accident – Death – Obituary News : SPICELAND, Ind. – A man from Henry County is facing charges after allegedly impersonating a law enforcement officer using his Dodge Charger. According to court documents, a concerned citizen called 911 on November 7th to report a police impersonator. The witness claimed to have seen a black Dodge Charger driving recklessly near State Road 3 near 25W. Although the vehicle resembled a police car, the witness was skeptical about the driver’s credentials. Remarkably, the witness managed to capture a photo of the Charger while driving in the passing lane.

The witness also reported that the Charger was tailgating other vehicles, including a motorcycle, and even flashed what appeared to be emergency lights to maneuver through traffic. However, the witness only saw “blue lights” near the visors inside the vehicle, raising doubts about the authenticity of the situation.

After further investigation, authorities identified the driver of the Charger as 27-year-old Elvante Demetrius Riddick. Detectives obtained a search warrant for Riddick’s car to search for any evidence that could be used to impersonate a police officer. The search yielded multiple items that resembled police equipment, including a light bar, visor emergency lights, a provisional camera, a siren box, a duty belt with handcuffs, a Federal Signal Corp. interface, a radio holder, a Cadiz police badge patch, and a siren speaker.

During an interview, Riddick admitted that he was not a police officer. He claimed that he used the lights for his work as a funeral escort and security personnel. However, when confronted with the allegations, Riddick denied ever using his lights to mimic law enforcement, despite officers believing he was aware of the incident.

Interestingly, Riddick later confessed that there was indeed a motorcycle and another vehicle obstructing traffic in the left lane. He claimed to have called dispatch to report a black pickup truck driving erratically but denied flashing his lights or pulling anyone over. Investigators, however, discovered that Riddick had initially stated that the lights in his car were not operational but later contradicted himself during the interview.

Investigators were able to activate the lights by plugging them into a cigarette lighter. The lights had the capability to switch between “red and white” and “red and blue,” further solidifying the potential for impersonation.

As a result, Riddick has been charged with one count of impersonation of a public servant, specifically posing as a law enforcement officer. This charge is classified as a Level 6 felony. It is worth noting that Riddick had previously pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of impersonating a public servant in 2018.

At present, no date has been set for the initial hearing of this case. The authorities are committed to ensuring that individuals who impersonate law enforcement officers face appropriate consequences for their actions. Impersonating a public servant undermines the trust and authority placed in law enforcement officers and can have serious consequences for public safety.

In conclusion, the case of Elvante Demetrius Riddick highlights the importance of vigilance when it comes to identifying and reporting potential police impersonators. The cooperation between concerned citizens and law enforcement agencies is crucial in maintaining public trust and safety..