JERSEY CITY, NJ – On Friday, Zamir Thomas, a 31-year-old Quality of Life Inspector from Jersey City, was arrested and charged by the Special Investigations Unit of the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office following a theft investigation.
Thomas has been charged with one count of Theft by Deception, a third-degree crime, according to New Jersey statutes.
His arrest occurred at the Prosecutor’s Office in Secaucus. He was later released on a summons pending his first court appearance, which is scheduled tentatively for Tuesday, August 8.
Investigative reports reveal that Thomas spent multiple hours at his Jersey City residence during his paid work hours as an inspector. This transgression resulted in the theft by deception charge. Further details about the investigation or potential penalties for Thomas remain undisclosed at this time.
According to the city, The JCPD QOL Unit is a problem-oriented policing unit operating under this principle. The unit partners police with residents to work on long-term public safety issues that affect residents in their day-to-day life, such as a blighted property, problematic neighbors, or bad business practices.
The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office handles specialized investigations in Hudson County, including those involving public officials. They urge anyone with more information on this case to contact them.
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