RI Democratic Town Chair Charged With Sexual Assault

WESTERLY, RI — The chairman of the Westerly Democratic Town Committee has been indicted by a statewide grand jury on sexual assault charges, according to the Rhode Island Attorney General's Office.

Robert Ritacco, 52, was charged with two counts of first-degree sexual assault, following an investigation by Rhode Island State Police.

The Attorney General's Office said the incident happened on May 29, 2021. No other details pertaining to the accusations were made available.

Ritacco is also the treasurer of the Rhode Island Association of Democratic City & Town Chairs. He also served on the Westerly Town Council.

Ritacco is scheduled to be arraigned on May 23 in Washington County Superior Court.