Police: Man charged with DWI, fleeing scene of crash in Lindenhurst

Police say Michael Flanigan, 35, struck a pole while driving a Dodge Ram on West Montauk Highway.

News 12 Staff

Apr 28, 2025, 4:16 PM

Updated 3 hr ago

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A Copiague man accused of driving while intoxicated, crashing his truck and then fleeing the scene was arrested Monday morning in Lindenhurst.
Police say Michael Flanigan, 35, struck a pole while driving a Dodge Ram on West Montauk Highway.
He was caught by officers shortly after exiting the vehicle and attempting to leave on foot, according to authorities.
Police say he was hospitalized with minor injuries.