Former teachers, friends and relatives of fallen Chicago Police Officer Aréanah Preston mourned the loss of the dedicated public servant during a vigil at her alma mater on Friday night and reflected on the legacy she left behind. Preston, 24, was off-duty but still in uniform as she was shot and killed in an armed robbery while returning to her…
mourned the loss of the dedicated public servant during a vigil at her alma mater on Friday night and reflected on the legacy she left behind.
Preston, 24, was off-duty but still in uniform as she was shot and killed in an armed robbery while returning to her Avalon Park home early Saturday. Four teens The dedicated public servant, who graduated from UIC College Prep in 2016, had the"greatest impact," according to former teacher Rachel Shuki.Feeling out of the loop? We'll catch you up on the Chicago news you need to know. Sign up for the weeklyDionne Mhoon, Preston's mother, described her as one-of-a-kind.
"We knew she was special," added her stepfather Terrence Mhoon."She could do anything she put her mind to."
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