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Latonya C. Johnson, 51, of Piscataway is charged with knowingly providing an electronic communication device to an inmate.
An investigation led by the MCPO Professional Responsibility & Bias Crime Bureau and assisted by the MCCI Investigations Division revealed that Johnson brought the cell phone into the jail sometime between May and October 2022, when she and the inmate were allegedly engaged in a romantic relationship, in order to be able to communicate with him more frequently, according to county Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago
“Sworn members of law enforcement are rightfully held to a higher standard of conduct, and when they fall short of that standard, straying into criminal behavior, swift and decisive action becomes imperative,” Santiago said.
“All members of the law enforcement profession have a sworn duty to exhibit the highest level of professionalism with honor and integrity as they protect and serve. Any conduct that does not meet that expectation will not be tolerated,” county Sheriff Shaun Golden added. "An officer who violates his or her oath of office does a grave disservice to their co-workers, as well as the entire law enforcement profession, and will be held accountable with proper disciplinary action taken.”
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