A 55-year-old Brampton man is accused of pretending to be a man more than half his age to avoid being charged with driving while his own licence was disqualified, Caledon OPP report.

Police say an officer pulled over a vehicle that went through a red light at Hurontario Street and Mayfield Road around 7:40 p.m. Wednesday (Jan. 3).

The driver allegedly identified himself as a 26-year-old man who had a valid driver’s licence.

After an investigation, Dalwara Khela, 55, of Brampton was charged with identity fraud, personation with intent to avoid arrest, obstructing a police officer, driving while disqualified, breach of recognizance, and failing to stop at a red light.