Missouri town's police chief, 2 officers suspended

GERALD, Mo. (AP) -- Three of the five police officers in the Franklin County town of Gerald are suspended after allegedly being duped by an imposter posing as a federal drug investigator.

Suspended are chief Ryan McCrary, assistant chief Scott Ramsey and a third officer whose name was not released. The FBI, Drug Enforcement Administration, Missouri State Highway Patrol and sheriff's department are investigating.

Authorities say a 36-year-old man lied about his credentials, telling Gerald police he was a federal drug investigator working through a grant. He was allegedly allowed to participate in drug raids, even handle a weapon. The man has been arrested.

McCrary has been chief for four months. He is Gerald's fourth chief in a little more than a year.

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Information from: Washington Missourian, http://www.emissourian.com.