American Legion Finance Officer Accused Of Fabricating Service, Stealing $81K: DA

The finance officer of the Hampton Bays American Legion has been arrested and charged with grand larceny and related offenses. Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney alleges David Agtsteribbe, 58, falsely claimed to be a decorated combat veteran and used forged military documents to obtain benefits. Prosecutors say he also stole more than $81,000 from the Legion, where he had served as finance officer since 2021.