NEW HARTFORD, N.Y. — A New Hartford man was arrested after causing extensive damage at Teeriffic Mini Golf inside Sangertown Square Mall.
According to New Hartford Police, officers were called to the mall around 12:30 Saturday afternoon for a report of a disorderly person damaging the business.
Police said they found Thomas Burnett, 39, of New Hartford, outside the business near a mall bus stop and took him into custody.
Investigators said Burnett, who had recently been hired, got into a dispute with management while employees were preparing to open. He reportedly threw chairs, overturned tables and damaged property throughout the business.
Police said four flat-screen televisions, numerous drinking glasses and other items were damaged, with the owner estimating at least $5,000 in losses.
Burnett had a minor hand injury and was evaluated by emergency medical personnel.
He was arrested for criminal mischief, processed and released on an appearance ticket for Town of New Hartford Court. No other injuries were reported.