The Union County Police have announced the heartbreaking and untimely death of one of their officers.
Officials said Patrolman Alex Luzardo, a five-year veteran of the agency and a Navy Veteran, suffered a medical emergency at his home on May 13 and, as a result, passed away.
Alex was a dedicated officer who enjoyed interacting with the Union County community.
His passion was to serve his Country, and he did that admirably as a Petty Officer in the Navy and as an officer with this agency.
Officials said he would be greatly missed by members of his family, his agency, and the Union County Community.
According to officials, Alex is survived by his seven-year-old son Alex whom he cherished; his parents, Washington and Graciela Luzardo; grandmother Norma Ferrari and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
The Union County Police PBA Local #73 has set up a Go Fund Me Page by clicking HERE.
All funds donated will go directly to support Patrolman Luzardo’s funeral expenses, family, and son’s future.
“We, WILL, Take The Watch From Here. RIP Brother,” officials said.
Patrolman Luzardo will be laid to rest on Monday, May 23, 2022, with funeral service from 10:00 AM - 12:00 p.m. at Mastapeter Funeral Home,400 Faitoute Avenue, Roselle Park, NJ.