Millville, New Jersey – New details emerged on Tuesday regarding a tragic incident that took place outside a convenience store in Millville, New Jersey, resulting in the death of a mother of five. Court documents shed light on the double shooting that claimed the life of 41-year-old Bonnie Hitchens on Saturday.
According to police reports, the fatal shooting occurred in the parking lot of a store on East Greene Street, where Hitchens was shot to death inside a vehicle. In addition to Hitchens, a 31-year-old man, identified as her long-time boyfriend by family members, was also shot and wounded during the incident.
Authorities arrested two suspects, 34-year-old Eric Bundy-Johnson and 34-year-old Francessca Delvalle, on charges of murder and other offenses in connection with the shooting. An affidavit of probable cause revealed that a verbal altercation ensued between Delvalle and the victims, leading to the tragic outcome.
Delvalle reportedly accused Hitchens of involvement with her child’s father, inciting the confrontation that ultimately led to the shooting. Bundy-Johnson, as per charging documents, confessed to shooting both victims due to feeling threatened by others trying to deceive him, claiming he “blacked out” during the incident.
Delvalle admitted to law enforcement that Bundy-Johnson, her child’s father, was responsible for the fatal gunshots and that she tried to dissuade him from escalating the situation. Surveillance video helped authorities track down the suspects, who are currently held at the Cumberland County Jail.
The devastating loss has left family members grappling with the senseless tragedy, with loved ones expressing disbelief and heartache over the turn of events. Hitchens’ daughter lamented her mother’s death, emphasizing her innocence, while the wounded man’s sister sought answers amid the confusion and grief surrounding the incident. The community mourns the loss of a life cut short by senseless violence.
As the investigation unfolds and the legal process ensues, residents in Millville are left to grapple with the aftermath of the tragic shooting, grappling with questions of how such a violent act could occur in their community. The impact of this tragedy reverberates throughout the city, underscoring the need for vigilance and unity in the face of senseless violence.