“Tammy and I are deeply saddened by the tragic passing of New Jersey State Commission of Investigation Executive Director Chadd Lackey.

“Chadd broke barriers as SCI’s first Black executive director, working his way through the ranks over nearly 20 years of service to our state. During his time at the SCI, he took on organized crime, opioid abuse, corruption, and countless other issues. There is no doubt New Jersey is a safer and more just place because of him.

“Our heartfelt prayers are with his family and his colleagues at the SCI during this difficult time.”