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City of Newark Police Division
Sunday March 8th, 2026 :: 12:05 p.m. EDT

Advisory

Remembering Newark Police Sergeant Joseph A. Azcona

Newark Police Sergeant Joseph A. Azcona lost his life in the line of duty on March 8, 2025.

Our fallen hero was fully dedicated to pursuing his life’s goal of making Newark, NJ, the city where he was born and raised, a worldwide beacon of hope, trust, peace, and prosperity for every resident and visitor.

The best way for each of us to honor Sergeant Azcona’s selfless legacy is by remaining steadfast and impeccably focused toward accomplishing his life’s goal. Let us all do daily what he gave his life working to achieve.

Today we salute you, Sergeant Azcona. Thank you for living an honorable life of courage and outstanding service.

Rest In Peace, our Dear Brother. You will forever remain in our hearts. #newarknj #RIP #fallenhero

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City of Newark Police Division
480 Clinton Ave
Newark, NJ 07108

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 973-733-6000

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