Danquai Maldon was loitering with a group inside Roger Gardens apartments in Trenton on Tuesday, August 16, Trenton Police said.
Officers patrolling the area saw Maldon repeatedly adjusting a large item in his waistband appearing to be a handgun, police said.
A follow-up investigation and questioning led to Maldon’s arrest.
The weapon was seized, and officers also allegedly found an unspecified amount of heroin.
Maldon was charged with unlawful possession of a ghost gun, possession of heroin, possession with intent to distribute, and other drug offenses.
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