A Palmyra special law enforcement officer was terminated after allegations of an inappropriate relationship with an underage female were referred for a criminal investigation, according to New Jersey’s 2025 Major Discipline Report.
A special law enforcement officer with the Palmyra Police Department was fired after allegations involving an underage female led to a criminal investigation by the Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office, according to New Jersey’s 2025 Major Discipline Report.
Gerald Griffin, who served as a Special Law Enforcement Officer I (SLEO I), was terminated after investigators sustained a charge of endangering the welfare of a child. The report states that Griffin was not suspended or demoted before his dismissal.
Allegations referred for criminal investigation
According to the discipline report, the Palmyra Police Department received information that Griffin was allegedly involved in an inappropriate relationship with an underage female.
The report states that the alleged relationship occurred outside of Griffin’s employment with the police department while he was working as an employee of the Palmyra School System.
Police referred the matter to the Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office for a criminal investigation.
Officer terminated immediately
According to the report, Griffin was terminated immediately after the allegations were brought to the department’s attention and referred to prosecutors.
The Major Discipline Report does not identify the age of the alleged victim or provide additional details regarding the criminal investigation or any resulting court proceedings.
Key Points
• Palmyra SLEO I Gerald Griffin was terminated after allegations involving an underage female were referred for criminal investigation.
• The sustained disciplinary charge was endangering the welfare of a child.
• The report states the alleged conduct occurred outside Griffin’s police duties while he was employed by the Palmyra School System.