Vernon Man Accused Of Pouring Boiling Milk On Someone's Head

VERNON, CT — A Vernon man was charged with first-degree assault on New Year's Day for allegedly throwing a boiling water and milk mixture over someone else's head, police said.

Rashpal Singh, 35, was also charged with second-degree reckless endangerment, disorderly conduct and third-degree criminal mischief, according to a report. He was held overnight on a $150,000 bond and was to appear in court Wednesday, a report indicates.

Police were called to Rockville General Hospital at 11:28 a.m. on New Year's Day after someone sought treatment for "significant burns," according to a report. Singh was arrested at 4 p.m. at his Wellwood Circle home, where the incident took place according to a report.

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