A man was arrested after he allegedly impersonated a police officer.
Congressional correspondent for Fox News Chad Pergram tweeted Tuesday, “The United States Capitol Police (USCP) caught a suspected police impersonator with a stash of knives on Monday after receiving a tip from the United States Secret Service (USSS).”
He added, “At approximately 6:20 p.m., an officer with the USCP’s Bicycle Response Team noticed a man, who was wanted for questioning by the U.S. Secret Service, near the corner of Third Street and Madison Drive, NW.”
2) USCP: At approximately 6:20 p.m., an officer with the USCP’s Bicycle Response Team noticed a man, who was wanted for questioning by the U.S. Secret Service, near the corner of Third Street and Madison Drive, NW.
— Chad Pergram (@ChadPergram) January 31, 2023
Pergram reported officers “with the USSS Uniformed Division first spotted the suspect a few minutes earlier near Constitution Avenue and 15th Street. USCP officers searched the suspect and found multiple knifes on him as well as a chain saw blade.”
According to the reporting, “The United States Secret Service quickly arrived on scene, searched the suspect’s SUV, and found fake police equipment. USSS officers also discovered shell casings, a smoke grenade and a gas mask inside the suspect’s Ford Explorer.”
4) USCP: The United States Secret Service quickly arrived on scene, searched the suspect’s SUV, and found fake police equipment. USSS officers also discovered shell casings, a smoke grenade and a gas mask inside the suspect’s Ford Explorer.
— Chad Pergram (@ChadPergram) January 31, 2023
The suspect was identified as 37-year-old Max Eli Viner.
He was arrested by the Secret Service.
“Charges for Impersonating a Law Enforcement Officer and Possession of a Prohibited Weapon within the District of Columbia are pending,” Pergram reported.
5) USCP: The suspect, 37 year old Max Eli Viner, was arrested by the U.S. Secret Service. Charges for Impersonating a Law Enforcement Officer and Possession of a Prohibited Weapon within the District of Columbia are pending.
— Chad Pergram (@ChadPergram) January 31, 2023
Additionally, the Capitol Police posted an image of the knives allegedly carried by the suspect.
USCP, USSS Capture Suspected Police Impersonator with Stash of Knives: https://t.co/FIANSUgzK8 pic.twitter.com/eGuIsGm0os
— The U.S. Capitol Police (@CapitolPolice) January 31, 2023
U.S. Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger explained the incident is “another example of how our teams work closely with our partner law enforcement agencies to keep everyone safe. These partnerships are critical.”
He added, “We thank the U.S. Secret Service for their detailed and timely information, and we thank our officers who continue to show their dedication to our critical mission every day.”