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NJ takes over Warren County prosecutor’s office
Clip: 4/8/2024 | 1m 6sVideo has Closed Captions
AG gives no details on removal of Murphy appointee
In an abrupt move Friday night, state Attorney General Matt Platkin announced he’s taken over the Warren County Prosecutor’s Office and removed James Pfeiffer, who was an appointee of Gov. Phil Murphy and served as prosecutor there since 2019. Platkin didn’t offer details on the takeover, but NJ Advance Media reports the state is investigating “misconduct by members” of the office.
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NJ takes over Warren County prosecutor’s office
Clip: 4/8/2024 | 1m 6sVideo has Closed Captions
In an abrupt move Friday night, state Attorney General Matt Platkin announced he’s taken over the Warren County Prosecutor’s Office and removed James Pfeiffer, who was an appointee of Gov. Phil Murphy and served as prosecutor there since 2019. Platkin didn’t offer details on the takeover, but NJ Advance Media reports the state is investigating “misconduct by members” of the office.
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Learn Moreabout PBS online sponsorshipIn an abrupt move Friday night, Attorney General Matt Platkin announced he's taken over the Warren County prosecutor's office and removed James Pfeiffer, who's served as prosecutor there since 2019 as an appointee of Governor Murphy.
Platkin didn't offer details on the takeover, but NJ Advance Media is reporting the Office is being investigated for misconduct by members.
The Attorney General tapped Tony Picione to serve as acting prosecutor.
According to the statement, he specializes in white collar crime and misuse of public funds.
He's also most recently served as deputy director for the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability.
The Warren County Prosecutor's Office recently faced scrutiny for its handling of cases related to two former Phillipsburg councilmen.
But there's no word if the takeover is connected.
A spokesperson for the Attorney General's office tells NJ Spotlight News A report on the investigation that prompted this move will be made public soon.
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