Investigators from the New Jersey State Police spent part of Tuesday morning at Trenton City Hall gathering evidence in a probe into alleged wrongdoing by a former city employee, officials confirmed.
Referral to state prosecutors
Mayor Reed Gusciora told reporters the alleged misconduct was referred to the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office about two years ago and that Trenton officials are cooperating with the ongoing inquiry. The mayor did not provide additional details about the nature of the allegations or identify the former employee.
“Alleged misconduct by an employee was referred to AG’s office. State Police were here this morning to gather evidence pursuant to their investigation,” Mayor Reed Gusciora told News 12.
The Attorney General’s Office acknowledged the investigation and described activity at city offices. In a statement, the office said detectives with the state police, working with the Division of Criminal Justice’s Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (DCJ/OPIA), conducted a search of Trenton’s Division of Inspections and Department of Housing and Economic Development.
"No further information will be made available as the investigation is ongoing," the Attorney General’s Office said in its statement.
What officials have released
Beyond confirming the presence of state detectives and noting the referral timeline, city and state officials have limited public comment while investigators continue their work. The mayor said the city’s decision to refer the matter to the AG’s Office came from city officials.
City Hall staff said Trenton is fully cooperating with state investigators. The Attorney General’s Office asked anyone with information about potential corruption to call the state’s toll-free tip line at 1-844-674-2847.
Local impact and transparency questions
The search focused on two municipal units that handle inspections, housing and economic development matters — divisions that often oversee permits, contracts and code enforcement. Allegations of misconduct involving those areas can raise concerns about public safety, zoning, contracting and the equitable delivery of city services. Residents and local leaders will likely watch for updates from the Attorney General’s Office as the investigation progresses.
- Who was involved: A former Trenton employee (not named by officials).
- Who investigated: New Jersey State Police detectives and DCJ/OPIA.
- Where: Trenton’s Division of Inspections and Department of Housing and Economic Development.
- Tip line: 1-844-674-2847 for information about potential corruption.
What to expect next
The Attorney General’s Office typically issues additional details only after investigative steps are complete or charges are filed. For now, municipal records, documents seized during the search and witness interviews could be central to the state’s review. Any subsequent criminal or administrative actions depend on the evidence gathered and legal determinations by prosecutors.
Trenton residents seeking more information should monitor official releases from the Attorney General’s Office and the city. Because the probe is ongoing and the AG’s Office has signaled it will not release further information immediately, public updates may be limited until investigators conclude significant phases of their work.
Summary table
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | Trenton City Hall — Division of Inspections & Department of Housing and Economic Development |
| Investigators | New Jersey State Police / DCJ/OPIA |
| Referral | Referred to AG’s Office by Trenton officials ~two years ago |
| Public action | Tip line: 1-844-674-2847 |
As the review proceeds, local officials say they will continue cooperating with state investigators and expect additional public communication when appropriate. The community and local leaders will be watching for how the probe affects ongoing city operations and whether any charges or administrative actions are announced.
