ARLINGTON, MASS. (WHDH) - An Arlington man was arraigned in court for allegedly assaulting a woman in her home.
Police arrested 26-year-old Joseph Dealmeida after they said he entered the woman’s home on Ridge Street Wednesday with a knife.
He allegedly entered the garage and approached the victim from behind. The woman tried to grab his arm and a struggle ensued.
The woman had no injuries and did not require medical attention.
Dealmeida was charged with breaking and entering in the daytime for felony, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, and armed assault in a dwelling.
He is due back in court in August.
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