NORWICH – New York State Police arrested an armed Norwich man for drunk driving Friday after he got in an accident with a stolen pick-up.

State Police Sgt. Elizabeth R. Wonka said the incident began Friday afternoon when a Town of Norwich resident complained that an unknown man in a pick-up truck was intentionally destroying his lawn. The victim told police the truck was spinning its tires and performing other erratic maneuvers.

“The trooper was investigating a criminal mischief complaint involving destroyed property; a resident complained a vehicle was in his yard, destroying it and ‘doing donuts,’” said Wonka. She added that the victim in the case did not appear to have a personal relationship with the defendant.

Before police could arrive, the suspect’s vehicle drove off. While investigating, police received a second 911 call, this time reporting a single truck roll-over on County Route 33 in the Town of Norwich.

Police arrived at the scene to find a pick-up resting on its roof and its tires covered in mud. Wonka said the investigation indicated the same driver was responsible for both incidents.

Police arrested the operator, 25-year-old Robert V. Shenise Jr. of Norwich, and charged him with fourth degree criminal mischief and driving while intoxicated.