Worcester restaurant owner charged with assault after allegedly spraying activist with paint

A Worcester restaurant owner, John Piccolo, faces assault charges for allegedly spraying activist David Webb in the face with spray paint outside a City Council meeting. Webb reported the incident during the meeting, showing visible paint on his clothes and face. Police responded to a reported fight at City Hall shortly after the incident. Witnesses and surveillance footage helped identify Piccolo, who has been charged with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon. Webb suggested the attack might be linked to his recent criticism of a local school committee member who held a fundraiser at Piccolo's restaurant. City officials emphasized that violence in public spaces is unacceptable.