Detective Joseph Azcona of Newark was tragically shot and killed in a shootout with a 14-year-old suspect, who has been charged with murder. His father, Jose Azcona, expressed his profound grief and pain over the loss of his son, emphasizing the struggle to articulate such sorrow. The violent circumstances of the incident, where Azcona was shot before exiting his police car, have raised concerns about gun violence and youth crime. The family has received considerable community support during this difficult time, reflecting on the lasting impact of this tragedy.
The father of murdered Newark police detective Joseph Azcona called the violent death of his hero son 'a pain that is indescribable' as he was nearly too choked up for words.
Det. Azcona was shot before he even had the opportunity to leave his police car, as described by Essex County prosecutors.
Azcona's partner was also shot and wounded during the gunfight that took place near a McDonald's and White Castle.
With time we will heal, but for now, I'm speechless,” Jose Azcona said. “We will miss him forever.
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