The Chicago police funeral for Officer Andres Vasquez Lasso is scheduled for later this week, as well. He was shot and killed last week in Gage Park.
The 32 year old was shot and killed last week responding to a domestic violence call in Gage Park.And also on Monday, Sen. Dick Durbin spoke about the fallen officer on the Senate floor.
"Officer Vasquez Lasso was an immigrant to this country. He came here from Colombia, and became a citizen and became a police officer. He gave his life for the people who live in this country," Durbin said.shared a touching tribute to her late husband on social media, saying "It will never be goodbye, but see you later to my favorite person, my best friend, my travel and adventure partner who will always be in my heart.
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