An East Meadow man was arrested Thursday after cops say he pretended to be a police officer. Nassau Police say on July 30, 2020 at 2:30 pm, 71 year old Joseph Nesto of 2143 Franklin Avenue became involved in a neighborhood dispute with a homeowner on 2nd Street. Detectives say during the argument Nesto stated he was a police officer, lifted his shirt and displayed a hand gun in his waistband. The 35 year old victim asked for Nesto to produce police identification and when he didn’t, the victim called 9-1-1. Nesto, who police say is a valid Nassau County pistol license “Target /Hunting” permit holder, was placed under arrest without incident. Nesto is charged with Menacing 2nd Degree, Criminal Impersonation 2nd Degree and Criminal Possession of a Weapon 4th Degree. He was arraigned on 7/30/2020.
Cops: East Meadow man arrested after impersonating a police officer
