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Press Release May 20, 2016

Posted on: May 20, 2016
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Cody James Burton

Press Release May 20, 2016

Clearcreek Township, OH: On Sunday May 15, 2016 Clearcreek Township police received a complaint that two motorcyclists had been stopped that afternoon by a male suspect in a dark green Chevrolet “Duramax” pickup truck who claimed to be a police officer. The incident occurred at approximately 5:00 p.m. on St. Rt. 48 in Clearcreek Township. The suspect has been identified as Cody James Burton, a white male, 25 years of age, 6’3” tall and weighing approximately 200 lbs. At the time, Burton was wearing what was described as “tactical” gear, with a police type vest, and was carrying a firearm in a thigh holster. He told the victims that he was stopping them because they had been speeding. When one of the victims recognized Burton, he admitted to them that he had done this before. The Clearcreek Township Division of Police currently has pending charges against Burton for Impersonating a Police Officer, Unlawful Restraint, and Possession of Criminal Tools. Anyone with information as to his whereabouts is asked to call the Clearcreek Township Division of Police at 937-425-2525. Photographs are attached; one is from Burton’s Facebook page depicting what he may have looked like during this incident. The Clearcreek Township Division of Police also want to remind everyone that if you are ever stopped by anyone who you suspect is not a police officer, you may call 911 to report it immediately. The dispatcher can confirm whether the person is a police officer or send help if they are not. It’s also important to know that police officers should be able provide identification when asked. For more information, contact the Clearcreek Township Division of Police at 937-748-1267.