(SALISBURY, MD) – Maryland State Police seek public assistance while continuing an investigation into an alleged police impersonator who was served a criminal summons in February.

The accused is identified as Jayden Ballard, 19, of Salisbury.  Ballard was served a criminal summons on February 12, 2025. He was charged with impersonating a police officer and unlawful taking of a motor vehicle. 

In February 2025 the Maryland State Police received information alleging that Ballard had gained access to a marked Maryland State Police vehicle. Investigators believe he was operating the patrol vehicle while wearing a Maryland State Police uniform throughout Wicomico County and conducting unlawful traffic stops. 

Police are asking anyone who may have interacted with Ballard while he was impersonating a Maryland State Trooper, to contact the Maryland State Police Criminal Enforcement Division. Contact Senior Trooper Dick by email at Garrett.Dick@Maryland.gov or by phone at 410-749-3101.

The investigation continues.

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