Man arrested on theft, bigamy counts

Van Wert Police Dept. information

A man who has identified himself as the owner of the Black Swamp Bistro has been arrested on two charges, including bigamy, with other charges possible in the future.

Michael G. Johnson, 54, of 1021 Elm St. in Van Wert was arrested on a fifth-degree felony theft count for allegedly writing a check without the implied consent of the Black Swamp Bistro.

He is also being charged with bigamy, a misdemeanor of the first degree, after it was discovered he has more than one wife.

Johnson was arraigned in Van Wert Municipal Court on Friday. More charges may be filed during the next session of the Van Wert County Grand Jury.