Stabbing A Tire Results In Arrest Of Mt. Carmel Man

On 11/07/24, Mt. Carmel Police arrested Johnathan M.L. Schrodt, age 39, of Mt. Carmel for Criminal Damage to Property following an incident in the 500 block of West 3rd Street.  The complainants reported being stopped in their vehicle at the alley awaiting traffic to clear the roadway, when they were approached by Schrodt who was walking.  Allegedly, Schrodt demanded the subjects move their vehicle.  The alleged victims advised they would move when traffic cleared.  Schrodt reportedly cursed at the subjects then took a multi-tool knife, and stabbed their tire, which caused the tire to deflate.  Officers located Schrodt nearby where he was issued the above charge and released on a Notice to Appear.