Overview

• John Connaughton, 51, was arrested in St. Petersburg, Florida, after allegedly throwing bottles of urine at Doors, Moulding and More, causing over $1,000 in property damage.
• Connaughton reportedly acted out of anger after being denied a job interview at the business, according to court records and witness statements.
• During his escape, he allegedly raised a skateboard in a threatening manner toward employees pursuing him, leading to additional charges of aggravated assault.
• Connaughton, a registered sex offender with a history of prior offenses, is now in custody at the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office with a bond set at $22,500.
• He faces charges including felony battery, criminal mischief, and aggravated assault, with no plea entered or court date set as of now.