Why Should Delaware Care?Elected officials hold a position of public trust as they represent the interests of their constituents. As a result, arrests can impact their ability to serve the office. Accusations of assault against a Wilmington lawmaker have led to criminal charges and the launch of a legislative ethics investigation.
The Delaware Department of Justice charged Rep. Josue Ortega (D-Wilmington) with offensive touching, a misdemeanor, months after the Delaware State Police began investigating the lawmaker on claims he punched a woman in the face.
A DSP spokesperson confirmed the Wilmington legislator turned himself in on Thursday, Aug. 6, at the Troop 6 headquarters on Kirkwood Highway…