Man Accused of Stalking New York Cafe Owner by Plane Has Been Arrested Again

Published on February 10, 2024

SCHUYLERVILLE, N.Y.—A small plane pilot who authorities say has stalked a New York woman for years, flying low and sometimes throwing tomatoes, has been arrested for a fifth time. Michael Arnold, 65, of Schuylerville, was ordered held without bail following his Feb. 1 arrest on misdemeanor counts of stalking and criminal contempt, the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office said. Arnold is accused of waiting for and following the victim on Jan. 12 in violation of an order of protection. He appeared in Saratoga Town Court and was ordered held pending a future appearance. His attorney did not immediately respond to an emailed request for comment Thursday....