Crime & Safety
Vernon Man Arrested After 'Schizophrenic Episode'
Two people were assaulted during the episode, police said.

VERNON, CT — Vernon police arrested a man on Thursday for what they described as a "schizophrenic episode."
James Fitzgerald, 61, of 5 Gaynor Place in the Rockville section of town, was charged with two counts of second-degree breach of peace after two people were assaulted during an outburst at his home, according to an arrest report.
The incident took place at 2 a.m. on Thursday, police said.
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