Biker accused of attacking police, driving under the influence

A Flat Rock motorcyclist was arrested after he allegedly attacked an officer Sunday night in Columbus.

The incident started when police received reports of a possibly impaired biker on 25th Street shortly after 8 Sunday evening. An off-duty Bartholomew County deputy and Columbus police officer stopped the cycle. An officer talked to the driver, 64-year-old Robert G. Schonfeld, and his speech was slurred and his eyes looked glassy, according to reports.

As he was being arrested, he allegedly advanced on officers and struck one in the hand before being restrained. A search of his clothing allegedly revealed a bag of marijuana.

He was arrested on preliminary charges of battery on a public safety official, possession of more than 30 grams of marijuana with a prior conviction, and operating a vehicle while intoxicated with endangerment.