Miserable old Coot.

Lower Makefield man told police he "wanted to cause a scene" when he allegedly coughed on a local grocery store worker earlier this week while claiming he had just tested positive for COVID-19.

James Edelstein, 75, was charged with terroristic threats and related misdemeanors in connection with the incident at Redner's Warehouse Markets in Middletown Township, Bucks County prosecutors said.

A criminal complaint said Edelstein stood about three feet from the victim when he removed his mask and "coughed loudly" in her direction.

"I just tested positive for COVID-19," Edelstein allegedly said. "Hope I do not spread my germs."

Edelstein then left the store, police said.

Before the incident, Edelstein allegedly had been waiting on a bench near the clerk's cash register, demanding to speak with a manager. Edelstein was upset because another employee did not place his bags in his cart, police said.

During an interview with a Middletown Township police officer, Edelstein claimed he was pleased with the outcome.

"These kids had an education about an unhappy customer," Edelstein allegedly said. "I am happy I caused a disturbance and disrupted the flow of things."