Missing Trenton Man Found Dead, Homicide Suspected

Anthony D. White's body discovered two weeks after he was reported missing.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 7:28pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a damaged door frame, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic.The discovery of Anthony D. White's body in an abandoned Trenton home has sparked a homicide investigation, exposing the city's ongoing struggles with violent crime.Trenton Today

The body of a 35-year-old Trenton man, Anthony D. White, was found inside a home near where he was last seen on March 18. The Middlesex County Medical Examiner has ruled his death a homicide, though no arrests have been made as the Mercer County Homicide Task Force continues its investigation.

Why it matters

This is the second confirmed homicide in Trenton so far this year, raising concerns about public safety in the city. White's death comes just weeks after another Trenton resident was charged with murder, highlighting the ongoing challenges the community faces with violent crime.

The details

White was last seen on March 18 near the 100 block of Culyer Ave., where he lived. His family reported him missing the next day. On April 1, police discovered his body inside a home at 409 Walnut Ave., just around the corner from where he was last spotted. The medical examiner has ruled his death a homicide, though authorities have not released details on how he was killed.

  • Anthony D. White was last seen on March 18, 2026 around 5 p.m.
  • White's family reported him missing the next day, on March 19, 2026.
  • Police found White's body on April 1, 2026 inside a home near where he was last seen.

The players

Anthony D. White

A 35-year-old Trenton resident whose body was discovered two weeks after he was reported missing.

Mercer County Homicide Task Force

The law enforcement team investigating White's death, which has been ruled a homicide.

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What they’re saying

“The Mercer County Prosecutor's Office was unable to provide more details about how White was killed because the investigation was ongoing.”

— Brian Shevlin, Deputy First Assistant Prosecutor

What’s next

The Mercer County Homicide Task Force continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding Anthony D. White's death, and authorities say they are working to determine a motive and identify any suspects.

The takeaway

This tragic case highlights the ongoing challenges Trenton faces with violent crime, as it marks the second confirmed homicide in the city so far this year. The community will be watching closely as investigators work to bring closure to White's family and hold the perpetrator accountable.