NJ State Police Officials released the following statement:
”It is with great sadness that the New Jersey State Police announces the passing of Lieutenant Keith Young #5949, who died earlier today after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 49 years old.
Lt. Young joined the New Jersey State Police on May 15, 2001 as a member of the 122nd State Police Class and served for nearly 20 years in various assignments throughout the Division.
Most recently, Lt. Young served as the Unit Head of the Polygraph Unit, High Tech Crime Bureau.
Please keep the Young family in your prayers during this difficult time”.