(Minneapolis, MN) — A Minnesota state employee accused of impersonating a state trooper is no longer behind bars. Cristian Orea faces four misdemeanor charges. Authorities say the defendant was allegedly drunk at a Minneapolis restaurant when he told staff that he was with the Minnesota State Patrol. Orea is a Capitol Security Officer, who is a non-sworn member assigned to the Capitol complex. He is currently on leave. Orea is expected back in court on July 29th.
State Employee Released From Custody After Accused Of Impersonating Trooper
