A 14-year-old Newark boy has been charged with gunning down Detective Joseph Azcona. Sources and relatives of the boy revealed that violent crime runs in his family. His mother, Rabiyah Sorey, is a known drug dealer on her block, along with her twin sister, Hadiyah Sorey. Both women have criminal records for weapons charges and drug-related offenses. The boy’s mother had been associated with the Bloods gang and has been arrested numerous times for drug dealing.
The family business of drug dealing seems to have been passed down to the teen, who is believed to have grown up in that environment. His aunt, Hadiyah Sorey, openly admits to making $4,000 a day from selling drugs and claims to have control over the drug trade in Newark’s North Ward. The teen, who had recently moved from Georgia, where he participated in high school sports, has been involved in multiple serious crimes, including robbery. His aunt had warned against bringing him to Newark, believing he would be better off in Georgia.
Despite her involvement in criminal activities, the boy’s aunt claims to be trying to keep area kids out of trouble, but mentions that it is for her own benefit and the family business. She discourages kids from interacting with law enforcement, stating that it is bad for business and would hinder their criminal activities. The family’s criminal history and involvement in violent crime suggest that the teen was raised in an environment where criminal behavior was normalized and even encouraged.
The ongoing criminal activities of the family, including drug dealing and gang involvement, present a challenging environment for the teen, who is now facing serious charges for the murder of a detective. The family’s reputation for illegal activities and their position in controlling the drug trade in Newark’s North Ward indicate a cycle of crime that has been perpetuated through generations. The lack of positive influences and the prevalence of criminal behavior in the teen’s family have likely played a significant role in his involvement in violent crime at such a young age.
The tragic events surrounding the shooting of Detective Joseph Azcona shed light on the destructive impact of generational crime and the challenges that individuals face when born into families with a history of violence and criminal behavior. The teen’s actions have brought attention to the cycle of violent crime in Newark and the need for intervention and support for individuals caught in such environments. The case highlights the importance of addressing the root causes of criminal behavior, including family influences and community dynamics that perpetuate cycles of violence and crime.
Moving forward, the case of the 14-year-old Newark boy charged with murder raises questions about the effectiveness of strategies for preventing youth involvement in violent crime and addressing issues related to generational crime. Efforts to provide positive alternatives, support services, and interventions for at-risk youth in communities affected by crime and violence are crucial in breaking the cycle of criminal behavior. The need for targeted programs and resources to address root causes of criminal activity, such as family influences and neighborhood conditions, is essential to creating safer communities and preventing tragedies like the killing of Detective Joseph Azcona.
