Justice for Scarlett

Justice for Scarlett

Mervin Anthony Scarlett, a devoted father who is loved by many for his kindness and exceptional culinary skills, found himself thrust into a nightmare when his infant son was diagnosed with a skull fracture. What began as a routine medical check-up escalated into a wrongful arrest by the Vernon Police, tearing Scarlett away from his family and launching him into a horrifying legal battle. Scarlett's story epitomizes the injustices faced by countless individuals caught in the unforgiving grip of a flawed system, highlighting the urgent need for transformation.

Date of Initial Wrongful Incident:

• Part 1: November 11, 2021 (Fracture discovered in Scarlet’s 4-month-old son’s head)
• Part 2: May 31, 2022 (Scarlet and his fiance are wrongfully arrested by Vernon Police)

Timeline:

November 11, 2021: Incident: Mervin Scarlett and his fiancé presented their 4-month-old son for a pre-scheduled medical checkup. The parents repeated their shared concerns over the abnormal size of their son’s head; something the couple has voiced to medical staff since his birth, yet their concerns went unaddressed. Finally, doctors decided to run tests after learning the size of the 4-month-old son’s head was equivalent to that of a 27-month-old infant. Scarlett’s son was diagnosed with a skull fracture and he and his fiancé were immediately suspected of child abuse and separated from their children. The child had no secondary injuries indicating abuse. Both children were placed in foster care where they currently remain. 

May 31, 2022: Incident: Mervin Scarlett and fiancé are arrested by Vernon Police. The arrest warrant cites the couple’s admitted practice of baby-stretching - newborn exercises used to improve flexibility. 

June 9, 2022: Incident: Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) withdraws Scarlett's "F" endorsement to his operator’s license. This endorsement permits individuals to operate taxi, livery, or bus services. The Commissioner of Motor Vehicles determined Scarlett’s “continued possession of an “F” endorsement is an imminent threat to public safety.

March 2023: Incident: Scarlett’s fiancé accepts a coerced plea bargain of 2 years probation.

The Chokehold of Injustice:

The Scarlett family is recovering from a 12-point chokehold of injustice perpetrated by the system meant to protect them. This includes:

• Guilt by Association
• Overcharging
• Excessive Bail 
• Police Misconduct
• Pre-trial Restrictions
• Family Separation
• Financial Abuse
• Prosecutor Misconduct
• Loss of Employment
• Loss of Home 
• Judicial Misconduct
• Time

The Fight for Justice:

Mervin Anthony Scarlett, his family, and determined advocates continue their fight to clear his name entirely and end the Chokeholds within the legal system that led to this injustice. Scarlett aims to use his story to help raise awareness and fight for justice reform, turning his pain into a higher purpose.

Support the Campaign:

Learn more, donate, or volunteer to help make a difference in the lives of those wrongfully accused, like Mervin Anthony Scarlett.