SOUTH JERSEY (KYW Newsradio) — Mikie Sherrill is set to take office as New Jersey’s next governor, and with her incoming administration marks the end of Attorney General Matt Platkin’s time in office.
Under Platkin’s leadership, the state saw huge reductions in crime. In 2025, there were 559 shootings — a nearly 30% improvement from a historic low in 2024.
“In the 10 years before I took office, we averaged 1,300 people shot in New Jersey, so just think about that historic reduction,” said Platkin.
In addition, he applauded his office for tackling human trafficking and taking on big tech companies.
“We’ve taken on corruption at a time when trust in government is at an all-time low,” he said.
There have been some losses along the way, which Platkin said he doesn’t dwell on too much. One of the more high-profile cases that didn’t go his way was the corruption case against George Norcross and his associates. It is under appeal.
Last month, Gov.-elect Sherrill nominated Jennifer Davenport to take over as state attorney general.
“Really proud to pass the baton to somebody that I have just deep respect and admiration for,” Platkin said of Davenport. “She knows how to do the job. She’s served in this office before.”
As for what’s next for Platkin, he’s not sure yet.
“I will definitely be in New Jersey. I’m definitely going to stay engaged in the issues that we’ve been talking about.”