Trenton police officer recovering at hospital after being shot, officials say

A Trenton, New Jersey, police officer is recovering in the hospital after officials said he was shot late Saturday night.

According to a statement from the New Jersey State Policemen’s Benevolent Association social media accounts, the officer was shot around 9 p.m. Saturday, October 4, 2025, on Perry Street. He was rushed to the hospital and is now recovering.

The social post read in part:

This morning, we wake up thankful that our member who was shot last night will recover.  The Trenton officer was shot at around 9 p.m. on Perry Street. He was rushed to the hospital and is recovering this morning.

The level of violence officers face in the chaos of the world today is outrageous. This officer was just protecting his community when things changed in an instant .

Please keep him, his family, and Trenton PD in your prayers.

The Trenton Police Department told NBC10 that the officer’s injury was not life-threatening and the New Jersey State Police are investigating the incident.

This is a developing story; check back for updates.

Cherise Lynch

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