Fake Cop, Real Con: Delhi Man Posed as Police Officer for Two Years

Used Toy Pistol, Fake ID, and Uniform to Gain Respect and Money

NEW DELHI – In a bizarre case of deception, a 36-year-old man from Rohini, Delhi, has been arrested for impersonating a Delhi Police sub-inspector for nearly two years. Using a toy pistol, fake ID cards, and a police uniform, the man managed to fool several people, reportedly to gain both social respect and financial benefits.

According to DCP (Northwest) Bhisham Singh, Negi was found sitting inside a car and behaved suspiciously when questioned. He claimed to be posted at the Cyber Police Station in Dwarka, but failed to provide any valid identification or officer details.

Uniform, Badges, Fake Summons – All for the Perfect Disguise

Upon searching his vehicle, police recovered a staggering collection of impersonation tools, including:

• Four fake Delhi Police ID cards with his photo

• A complete police uniform with nameplate

• Three mobile phones, a toy pistol in a holster

• Delhi Police stickers, badges, and even file covers and court summons

• Eight debit/credit cards and various official-looking accessories

The items had all been purchased online, and investigators believe Negi carefully built up his disguise over time to mimic the appearance of a genuine officer.

From Accountant to Fake Inspector

A graduate and former accountant, Negi confessed to police that he began impersonating an officer in order to gain respect in society and access monetary advantages. While he does not have a prior criminal record, officials are investigating how he may have used his fake identity in official or financial interactions.

“This man’s attention to detail suggests he may have interacted with people in authoritative settings,” DCP Singh noted.

Negi has been booked for impersonation, forgery, and cheating, as police now try to trace anyone who may have been duped by his fake authority.