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Princeton police officer shocked by malfunctioning light pole

PSE&G has shut down power and says there is no threat to the public.

News 12 Staff

Jan 1, 2023, 11:51 AM

Updated 775 days ago

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A Princeton police officer recovering today after being electrocuted while on duty, officials say.
The officer was responding to a call that said there was "something sharp" on the sidewalk.
It was a malfunctioning light pole, giving off a shock.
PSE&G has shut down power to the location and says there is no threat to the public.