Crime & Safety

Man Charged With Impersonating DeKalb Police Officer: Police

A man has been charged with impersonating a DeKalb police officer and sexually assaulting a woman.

DEKALB COUNTY, GA — A man impersonating a police officer and sexually assaulted a woman was arrested Monday, according to DeKalb police.

Christopher Griggs wore tactical gear, a badge and had a firearm when he approached the victim. DeKalb police said Griggs isn’t an officer and it’s not clear how he acquired the gear and gun.

Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact DeKalb police at 770-724-7710.

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