Cops: Flag-wielding vandal in Hampton Bays

A 21-year-old Nesconset man was arrested Monday night after a police detective saw him attempting to smash train station windows in Hampton Bays -- with an American flag on a flagpole.

James P. Figliozzi was charged with fourth-degree attempted criminal mischief and disorderly conduct, Southampton police said. Arraignment details were not available.

Police said a Southampton Police detective saw Figliozzi attempting to smash the windows at the Long Island Rail Road Station in Hampton Bays about 11:40 p.m.

It was not immediately clear where Figliozzi got the flagpole and flag, and police said that is under investigation.

Police are asking anyone with information about the incident to call them at 631-728-3400 or the police crime tips hotline at 631-728-3454. All calls will remain confidential, police said.