Hunter
10/05/26
A Cedar Rapids man was arrested after kicking a vehicle that backed out in front of him.
The incident occurred September 26th at Coral Ridge Mall. According to the police report, 41-year-old Cameron Scharnakau of 1st Avenue SE was walking through the parking lot outside Sheels when a vehicle backed out of a parking space near him. Sharnakau allegedly struck the vehicle, which resulted in a verbal altercation between him and one of the vehicle’s occupants.
Sharnakau reportedly began walking away from the vehicle, but then turned around. He walked back to the vehicle and kicked it, leaving a dent in the rear tailgate door. Damage was estimated at over $960.
When interviewed, Sharnakau allegedly admitted to walking back to the vehicle and kicking it. He’s been charged with 3rd degree criminal mischief and could be sentenced to up to two years in jail if convicted.