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Fake Cop's Diamond Heist Investigation Foiled
9 Apr
Summary
- A woman was arrested for impersonating a police officer.
- She allegedly investigated stolen diamonds in a fake probe.
- The suspect posted bond and faces a mental health evaluation.
A Florida woman, Annie Flaherty, has been arrested for allegedly impersonating a police officer. The incident occurred on April 4 in Oakland Park, where Flaherty, according to police affidavits, approached neighbors. She reportedly wore a badge and identified herself as a Miami-Dade detective, claiming to investigate the theft of three diamonds.
Flaherty allegedly told residents she was searching for someone named Eva and threatened to get a search warrant for one home. She also approached another residence with similar claims of investigating for a law enforcement agency. Flaherty later told police she identified herself as a government official but denied naming specific authorities.
On April 7, Flaherty was released from Broward County jail after posting a $1,500 bond. Conditions of her release include a mandatory mental health evaluation within 10 days and a prohibition from returning to the locations where the incidents took place. The timeline for her court appearance remains unclear.
