Body of Missing Trenton Man Found, Homicide Suspected

Anthony D. White's remains discovered near where he was last seen, sparking investigation

Apr. 9, 2026 at 7:36pm

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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, conveying a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic without any text or symbols.The discovery of Anthony D. White's body in an abandoned Trenton home has sparked a homicide investigation, exposing the city's ongoing challenges with violent crime.Trenton Today

The body of a 35-year-old Trenton man reported missing in March has been found, and authorities have ruled his death a homicide. Anthony D. White's remains were discovered on April 1 inside a home near where he was last seen, prompting a Mercer County Homicide Task Force 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 amid ongoing debates over criminal justice reform and parole policies in New Jersey.

The details

Police said White was last seen on March 18 near the 100 block of Culyer Avenue, where he lived. His family reported him missing the next day. On April 1, authorities found his body inside a home at 409 Walnut Avenue, just around the corner from where he was last spotted. The Middlesex County Medical Examiner's Office has ruled White's death a homicide, but officials have not released details on how he was killed, citing the ongoing investigation.

  • Anthony D. White was last seen on March 18, 2026 around 5 p.m. near the 100 block of Culyer Avenue in Trenton.
  • White's family reported him missing on March 19, 2026.
  • Police found White's body on April 1, 2026 inside a home at 409 Walnut Avenue in Trenton.

The players

Anthony D. White

A 35-year-old Trenton resident whose body was found in a home near where he was last seen, and whose death has been ruled a homicide.

Mercer County Homicide Task Force

The investigative team leading the probe into White's death.

Middlesex County Medical Examiner's Office

The office that ruled White's death a homicide.

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What they’re saying

“We must get to the bottom of this tragic situation and ensure justice is served for Anthony and his family.”

— Brian Shevlin, Deputy First Assistant Prosecutor, Mercer County

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 pursuing leads to identify a suspect.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges Trenton faces with violent crime, even as the city grapples with broader criminal justice reform debates around parole policies and public safety. Residents are calling for increased efforts to address neighborhood-level issues and prevent further tragedies.