Welfare check reveals dead man, injured woman in Trenton

Police conducted a welfare check at a home in Trenton on March 17 and discovered a man dead from a gunshot and a woman seriously injured. The house is located on Elmhurst Drive, near Fort Street and Vreeland Road. Authorities believe the situation was domestic in nature. Neighbors reported finding multiple firearms in the home, but it remains unclear who shot the man. Chris Carney, a neighbor, described the scene as “sickening” and expressed concern for the injured woman, who is well-liked in the community. Carney recalled the intense moment when she first saw police and ambulances surrounding the house. She saw the woman being taken away and remarked on her distressing experience. She also noted that the man, known as Jeff, was generally well-regarded despite having a history of aggression and arguments. The investigation is ongoing, as officials seek to gather more information about the incident. The community is hopeful for the woman's recovery and is waiting for updates from law enforcement.