Pacific Palisades Firetruck Seized in Fake Cop Investigation

Investigation into Impersonating First Responders

• FBI and LAPD are conducting a joint investigation involving a multi-million dollar home in Pacific Palisades.
• A firetruck was seized from the property as evidence.
• One suspect was taken into custody for impersonating first responders, firearms violations, and government fraud.

Connection to Chino Hills Case

• The current investigation is linked to a 2023 case involving Andrew De Boer, a 42-year-old Chino Hills resident.
• De Boer was previously arrested on suspicion of impersonating a peace officer.
• Investigators accused De Boer of creating a fake fire department called "Center Mortuary."

Evidence Seized

• In the previous case, De Boer allegedly possessed a law enforcement uniform, a firearm, a fire department badge, baton, pepper spray, and handcuffs.
• The firetruck seized in Pacific Palisades was registered to the "Center Mortuary Fire Department."
• Officials have not yet released the name of the suspect taken into custody in the current investigation.