On Jan. 8, 2026, Three Hills RCMP began an investigation into personation of a peace officer in Elnora. Police located an older model Ford Crown Victoria parked at a residence, and it appeared to have a badge on the bumper that read, “police interceptor”. Further investigation revealed the same vehicle had been seen on Oct. 17, 2025, near Sylvan Lake, driving at a high rate of speed with blue lights flashing. Two drivers reported the vehicle and stated they initially believed it was a police vehicle.
Three Hills RCMP obtained a warrant to search and seized the vehicle. It was later searched, and a fully functional siren and PA system were found. The investigation revealed the Ford Crown Victoria was a decommissioned police vehicle, however, had been outfitted by the suspect with police style equipment.
Randy Telford (64), a resident of Elnora, has been charged with impersonating a peace officer.
Telford was issued a Summons and is scheduled to appear at Alberta Court of Justice in Red Deer on April 17, 2026.
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