‘All fake’: Man accused of posing as decorated combat veteran, stealing more than $80,000

David Agtsteribbe, a former finance officer for the Hampton Bays American Legion, is accused of stealing more than $80,000 from the veterans organization while falsely claiming to be a decorated combat veteran and Purple Heart recipient. Suffolk County prosecutors announced charges Tuesday. Investigators say he also claimed to have been a prisoner of war and used fake military credentials. Agtsteribbe remains in jail.