ARRESTED:
Philip J. Carlton
Stewartsville, New Jersey
Age: 60
On Friday, February 7, 2025, the Belvidere Police Department received a report of a physical assault
upon a 5 year old victim. During the investigation, the suspect was identified as Philip J. Carlton, a
public school teacher aide.
On the same date Philip J. Carlton was arrested and charged with Endangering the Welfare of a Child
in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:24-4a(2), a crime of the second degree. The second degree crime carries
a maximum sentence of 10 years in New Jersey State Prison.
The charges are merely accusations. The defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty
beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
The investigation was conducted by the Belvidere Police Department.
