Plain-language summary (this site, from the cited record only)
Lakewood Police Department reported that in 2024 its Internal Affairs Bureau received information that Officer Burkhardt was using a camera-defeating license plate cover to avoid paying tolls and prevent detection. An investigation was initiated on June 5, 2024, but Burkhardt resigned before it concluded. Upon receipt of all available evidence, the Conduct Unbecoming allegation was sustained.
Synopsis as reported by the agency
On June 5, 2024 the Internal Affairs Bureau received information that Officer Burkhardt was using a camera defeating license plate cover in order to avoid paying tolls and prevent detection. An investigation was initiated, however Officer Burhardt resigned prior to its final conclusion. Upon receipt of all available evidence the allegation was sustained.
Compensation and pension
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Sources
[1]New Jersey Major Discipline Data, 2020-2025. New Jersey Office of the Attorney General. Sheet "Major Discipline Data", row 1229. Snapshot retrieved 2026-07-03. ↩