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Lincoln Square man charged with impersonating police officer

Charles Wade | Chicago Police

(CHICAGO) A Lincoln Square man accused of impersonating a police officer had a police uniform and equipment when arrested, according to Chicago Police.

Charles Wade, 26, was charged with false impersonation of a police officer and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon with body armor, both felonies, according to a statement from police.

Wade appeared in public and claimed to be a member of the Chicago Police Department, police said. A witness notified officers and said Wade had a police uniform and equipment.

He was arrested at his home in the 2700 block of West Summerdale about 11 p.m. Sunday, police said. He is scheduled to appear in bond court Monday.