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Long Island man accused of faking Purple Hearts
Long Island man accused of faking Purple Hearts stole $81K from veterans group.
In brief
Long Island man accused of faking Purple Hearts stole $81K from veterans group. David Agtsteribbe, 58, stole $81,000 from American Legion after falsely claiming two Purple Hearts. Originally reported by ABC7 New York.
Accusations against David Agtsteribbe
Long Island man accused of faking Purple Hearts stole $81K from veterans group.
False military records
David Agtsteribbe falsely claimed two Purple Hearts for combat in Panama and Iraq.
Stolen funds used for personal expenses
Stolen $81,000 paid for Amazon, cable bills, streaming services, and travel.
Suffolk DA charges
Suffolk District Attorney Ray Tierney charged Agtsteribbe with grand larceny and forgery.
Falsified veteran status
Agtsteribbe submitted fake military documents to join multiple veterans organizations.
Arrested on Monday
Agtsteribbe arrested Monday after allegedly stealing $81,000 from American Legion.
What to remember
David Agtsteribbe, 58, stole $81,000 from American Legion after falsely claiming two Purple Hearts.
