ELMONT, NY – The Nassau County Police Department has reported the arrest of Supreet Mangat, 30, of Elmont, following a disturbance and fire incident that occurred late Friday night, September 19, 2025, in Elmont.
At approximately 11:45 p.m., Fifth Precinct officers were dispatched to a local residence after a housemate grew concerned upon hearing screaming from a bedroom. The housemate texted the 26-year-old female homeowner, who was not at home at the time. The victim then initiated a FaceTime call with Mangat, during which she observed him acting erratically, damaging property, and setting a chair on fire inside her room.
Officers quickly arrived and confirmed that Mangat was actively damaging items within the residence. He was taken into custody without incident. Mangat sustained minor lacerations and was transported by a Nassau County Police Department ambulance to a local hospital for treatment. No other residents were injured, and the fire was contained before it spread to other areas of the home.
The prompt actions of the housemate in alerting the victim, combined with the rapid police response, likely prevented a far more dangerous outcome. Arson incidents pose an immediate risk not only to property but also to the safety of neighbors and first responders.
Mangat has been charged with:
- Arson, 2nd Degree
- Criminal Mischief, 3rd Degree
- Reckless Endangerment, 2nd Degree
He was scheduled for arraignment on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at First District Court, 99 Main Street, Hempstead.
Elmont Arson Arrest
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date & Time of Incident | Friday, September 19, 2025 — about 11:45 p.m. |
| Location | Residence in Elmont, New York — Fifth Precinct jurisdiction |
| Defendant | Supreet Mangat, 30, of Elmont |
| Victim | 26-year-old female homeowner; not at home; alerted via housemate’s text and FaceTime call |
| Incident Summary | Mangat observed acting erratically, damaging property, setting chair on fire; officers responded, arrested without incident. |
| Injuries | Minor lacerations to Mangat; transported by Nassau County PD ambulance; no other injuries reported. |
| Charges | • Arson, 2nd Degree • Criminal Mischief, 3rd Degree • Reckless Endangerment, 2nd Degree |
| Arraignment | Scheduled for Saturday, September 20, 2025, at First District Court, 99 Main Street, Hempstead. |
| Additional Notes | Fire was contained; quick reporting helped prevent greater harm. |
Under New York State law, Arson in the Second Degree is a serious felony offense that can carry a significant prison term. The investigation remains ongoing, and detectives are working to determine what triggered Mangat’s destructive behavior.
The Nassau County Police Department reminds residents to report disturbances immediately and emphasizes that swift reporting of unusual activity can prevent tragedies. While no ongoing threat exists from this incident, the department continues to prioritize community safety and thorough investigation of all suspicious fire cases.
