Manorhaven Man Accused Of Setting Off Fireworks Assaults Cop: Police

PORT WASHINGTON, NY — Authorities have arrested a man they say illegally set off fireworks and assaulted a police officer in Manorhaven.

Around 3 a.m. on Thursday, Nassau County police responded to a 911 call about loud explosions at the intersection of Kirkwood Road and Manorhaven Boulevard. Upon arrival, they encountered a man setting off fireworks.

"As officers approached the subject, he refused to comply with their verbal commands and attempted to reach into his vehicle," authorities said. "The subject became increasingly agitated and combative, as officers attempted to place him into custody."

It was at this time, according to police, that a firework canister fell out of the man's pocket. A police officer suffered minor injuries to his right hand, left elbow, and both knees during the struggle.

The man accused of setting off fireworks has been identified as Argelis Alvayero, 31, of Manorhaven. He was placed under arrest and charged with assault, storage of explosives, explosives without licenses and certificates, unlawfully selling fireworks, and resisting arrest, according to police.

He is scheduled to be arraigned in First District Court in Hempstead on Friday.