According to police reports, a 34-year-old inmate, Anthony Fitzgerald, has been charged with simple assault following an incident at the Northwest State Correctional Facility in St. Albans on February 9, 2026. The Vermont State Police were alerted to the assault, which involved Fitzgerald and another inmate, Corey Moquin, aged 40.
As a result of their investigation, police say Fitzgerald is accused of causing bodily injury to Moquin during the altercation. Following the incident, Fitzgerald received a citation that mandates his appearance in the Franklin County Superior Court Criminal Division on April 14, 2026, at 8:00 a.m.
These charges are allegations, and the legal process will continue as Fitzgerald prepares for court. It is important to note that court dates and charges may change as the case progresses. For the most current information, individuals are advised to contact the criminal court clerk.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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