Psychiatrist Arrested On Additional Sexual Assault Charges: Fairfield Police

FAIRFIELD, CT — Lazaro Pomeraniec, 75, of Westport, was arrested Monday by Fairfield police on two counts of fourth-degree sexual assault, the second time the psychiatrist has been accused of such offenses in as many months.

The new arrest stems from "two separate incidents involving individuals under his psychiatric care," according to Fairfield Police Sgt. Jenna Wellington.

"One of these incidents had already been reported and was under investigation prior to Pomeraniec’s initial arrest on June 24, 2025," Wellington said in a statement. "Following that first arrest, he voluntarily surrendered his medical license."

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Details about the incidents that led to the charges against Pomeraniec were not disclosed.

At the time of Pomeraniec's initial arrest, Wellington said, "Anyone with information or who believes they may have been a victim is urged to contact the Fairfield Police Special Victims Unit at (203) 254-4804. All reports will be handled with discretion and sensitivity."

Pomeraniec was released after posting bond on bail of $200,000, and is scheduled to appear in Bridgeport Superior Court on Aug. 8.

"The Fairfield Police Department takes all allegations of sexual misconduct seriously and remains committed to investigating such matters fully and professionally," Wellington said.