Bizarre and Disturbing Accusations by a shareholder during proxy campaign: Imprisonment for attempted murder; frequent visits to adult entertainment venues

In 2015, Richard M. Osborne filed an SEC filing during the proxy campaign, filled with startling allegations against several members of the management and board of Gas Natural Inc.

Key takeaway?

If you use SC 13D for idea generation, it's advisable to read the arguments presented by activist investors. If the allegations are particularly troubling, it may…