People should remain vigilant and verify the identities of individuals claiming to be police officers. (File photo)
In cases involving minors, they may also threaten to inform their parents Remember, no police officer can question a couple inside a park without a legitimate reason If anyone in civilian clothes harasses you while claiming to be a police officer, ask for their ID card and immediately call 112 Police personnel are generally in uniform while on routine duty. The imposter(s) may tell you that a warrant has been issued against you or threaten to take you to a police station. If you have doubts, check their identification and Delhi Police insignia Special units or operation teams operate in civilian clothes, but their personnel are generally deployed for specific police operations and investigations rather than routinely approaching people in parks
In some cases, they may claim to be from a special unit or an investigation team If your suspicions are aroused, call the emergency helpline number 112 They may not always wear uniforms.