A vigil was held for Chicago Police Office Andres Vasquez Lasso after he was shot and killed Wednesday in Gage Park.
A vigil was held for Andres Vasquez Lasso after the Chicago police officer was shot and killed in Gage Park.It has been an emotional week as the Chicago Police Department and the entire city continued with another procession and vigil at the 22nd District on Saturday in honor ofResidents in the city's Mount Greenwood neighborhood joined others for a vigil honoring the fallen officer - where a message of hope and love was shared.
"I know that he believes in something bigger than himself. He believes in justice. He believed in community," said District Commander Sean Joyce, with Chicago Police Department 22nd District. That's when officials said Vasquez Lasso jumped out of his partner's squad car to chase him, screaming at Montano to stop before he was fatally shot.Saturday, two of his police academy classmates received flowers in his honor, as many struggle with the tragedy.
Another event in honor his honor held Saturday was about prayer and hitting the pavement, as a group participated in a 24 hour walk. Swiderski is the son of a retired Chicago police officer, and has more officers within his family. He said the tragedy of this week hit close to home, making it even more important to rally around these officers and Vasquez Lasso's family.
Donna Marquez lost her brother 20 years ago. He was killed in the line of duty while serving a warrant in the 25th District.
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