Domestic — Vernon, CT — reported 2026-07-07

SUMMARY

A 38-year-old Vernon man was taken into custody after assaulting a 2-year-old and two women during a domestic violence incident on July Fourth.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: Domestic
  • Location: Vernon, CT
  • Date reported: 2026-07-07
  • Suspect: male, age 38
  • Victim(s): 3 (a 2-year-old child, two women)
  • Status: arrested, charged

REPORTED DETAILS

  • The incident occurred outside Springville Mills on West Main Street in Vernon.
  • Jerry Jolifils was identified as the suspect in the assaults.
  • Jolifils fled toward the Hockanum River and initially ignored officers' commands before being taken into custody following a brief pursuit.
  • All three victims were transported to Rockville General Hospital for evaluation and treatment.
  • Jolifils was held on a $1 million bond and was expected to face a judge in Rockville Superior Court on Monday.