Fake ‘Colonel’ Walks Into Police Station, Tries To Scam Real Cops For A Lift

A 52-year-old man is behind bars after he allegedly impersonated a senior police officer and demanded transport from the Bloemhof police station, claiming his car had broken down.

Sinki Lukas Msiba appeared in the Bloemhof Magistrate’s Court on 19 November and has been remanded in custody pending further investigation. He will return to court on 8 December.

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According to North West SAPS, Msiba arrived at the station late on 18 November claiming to be a colonel stationed in Pretoria.

He allegedly told officers his vehicle had broken down in Warrenton and insisted that he be transported to Bultfontein.

Officers Quickly Became Suspicious

Provincial spokesperson Brigadier Sabata Mokgwabone said Msiba’s behaviour raised red flags, prompting officers to conduct verification checks.

“The vigilant members questioned Msiba, conducted a preliminary investigation and eventually established that the accused was not a police officer. He was immediately placed under arrest,” Mokgwabone said.

Police Leadership Welcomes Arrest

Acting provincial commissioner Major-General Ryno Naidoo praised the officers for their alertness.

“This arrest should send a clear message that police will act decisively against anyone attempting to abuse state resources or impersonate law enforcement,” he said.

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