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Police seek suspects who posed as peace officers to steal SUV in Haldimand County

An OPP cruiser. OPP

Police in Haldimand County are seeking a pair of “well-spoken” men in their early 20s who allegedly impersonated peace officers prior to stealing an SUV.

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Caledonia say the robbery was reported on Wednesday just before 5 a.m. on Argyle Street North.

“The victim, a 75-year-old individual, was assaulted by two males who identified themselves as police officers,” Const. Mary Gagliardi said in a release.

“The suspects then stole the victim’s vehicle, a red 2008 Hyundai Tucson.”

The two men were wearing dark clothing with hoods.

The Tucson’s license plate is AXAM 062.

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Anyone with information is being asked to reach out to the OPP in Caledonia.

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