14-year-old charged with murder in Newark police officer shooting

The 14-year-old who is accused of shooting a police officer while he was still in his car in Newark, New Jersey, was charged with murder and attempted murder, officials said Saturday.

Detective Joseph Azcona, 26, died at a hospital and a second officer who was also shot was recovering from his injuries.


26-year-old Detective Joseph Azcona died in the hospital after being shot on March 7, 2025.
26-year-old Detective Joseph Azcona died in the hospital after being shot on March 7, 2025. Newark Police via North Bergn PD

Shots rang out around 6:30 p.m. near a White Castle and McDonald’s where the teen was hanging out with friends, ABC7 reported, citing the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office.

The teen suspect has not been identified.

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