Florida police impersonation scams surge; authorities warn of fake arrest threats

Multiple Florida counties report an uptick in scams where imposters pose as police, using real agent names, badge numbers, and forged documents to threaten arrest and extort victims. The pattern is established but expanding in scope, with authorities issuing public warnings. The development signals a localized law-enforcement and public-safety issue rather than a systemic threat.

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