Martha Vargas, the mother of slain Newark police detective Joseph Azcona, expressed her heartbreak over her son's tragic death when he was shot in the line of duty. The emotional recollection highlighted Azcona's childhood dream of becoming a police officer and the inherent dangers he faced. Vargas was shocked to learn the accused shooter was just 14 years old. In her grief, she demonstrated compassion for the youth's parents, emphasizing the unpredictable influences on young people. Azcona was killed while fulfilling his duty, and his partner is also recovering from injuries sustained in the incident.
The mother of slain Newark police detective Joseph Azcona tearfully recalled her lost son last night - and talked of the heartbreak she felt after learning the tragic news.
"He was always saying he wasn't in danger,' she said of Joseph, who was born and raised in Newark, the city he died protecting."
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