MAYS LANDING, NJ — A former employee of the Hamilton Township Board of Education was arrested Wednesday in connection with an ongoing criminal investigation involving allegations of sexual assault and misconduct, according to police.
Darnell Williams, 34, was taken into custody near his residence in Whiting without incident, following a months-long investigation by the Township of Hamilton Police Department. Authorities said the investigation began earlier this year after a report was filed concerning Williams’ conduct.
Williams is now facing multiple felony charges, including second-degree sexual assault, second-degree endangering the welfare of a child, and second-degree official misconduct. Police did not release further details regarding the nature of the allegations or Williams’ role within the school system.
Officials confirmed that the investigation remains active, and no additional information will be provided at this time. The Township of Hamilton Police Department stated it remains committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the community and thoroughly investigating all allegations of this nature.
Key Points
- Darnell Williams, 34, was arrested in Whiting in connection with a sexual assault investigation
- Williams, a former employee of the Hamilton Township Board of Education, faces three second-degree charges
- Police say the investigation remains active and further details are not being released
A former school employee is behind bars after being charged in a serious child endangerment case.