Delaware State Police arrested Regina Bonacquisti, a 48-year-old resident of Ocean View, Delaware, for felony assault of a senior citizen. On Saturday evening, authorities responded to an assault in the 37000 block of Mahogany Street near Ocean View.
Upon arrival, they interviewed a 66-year-old woman who alleged that Bonacquisti assaulted her.
The victim reported that Bonacquisti aggressively approached her, attacked her, and caused damage to her vehicle before fleeing the scene. The victim was subsequently hospitalized for her injuries, and warrants were issued for Bonacquisti’s arrest.
The following day, April 24, Bonacquisti was apprehended and taken into custody by the Ocean View Police Department. She was later charged with Assault in the 2nd Degree against a victim over the age of 62, which is considered a felony, Criminal Mischief under $1,500, and Disorderly Conduct. Bonacquisti faced the charges during an arraignment at Justice of the Peace Court 2 and was detained at Sussex Correctional Institution upon failing to post a $2,700 cash bond.