Chicago police officer Luis Huesca was laid to rest in a funeral attended by hundreds, where he was remembered as a pillar of strength and kindness. The Chicago Fire Department, city officials, and the nation paid their respects to the fallen officer. The Chicago Police Department expressed gratitude for the support received during this difficult time. Officer Huesca's partner and best friend, Officer Christian Calderon, described the loss as a nightmare.
The Chicago Police Department extends our deepest condolences to the families of the four law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty in Charlotte, North Carolina yesterday, the same day we laid to rest Chicago Police Officer Luis M. Huesca #18913. https://t.co/swlOCQxyBr
Slain Chicago officer Luis Huesca remembered as 'pillar of strength and beacon of kindness.' @SophiePSherry of @Suntimes reporting from his funeral https://t.co/IZkkI69i1m
The Chicago Police Department would like to thank everyone who has offered support as we grieve the loss Police Officer Luis M. Huesca. We honor the life of a hero who will never be forgotten. https://t.co/tZeoVqeZPJ
Chicago Police Officer Luis Huesca was remembered Monday as a “pillar of strength and a beacon of kindness” as hundreds gathered to mourn Monday. “It feels like a nightmare.” Officer Christian Calderon said at the funeral for his partner and best friend. https://t.co/VB0oqsXviO
Officers and police officials joined the family and friends of Luis Huesca on the city's Southwest Side to remember and celebrate the fallen CPD officer. https://t.co/vIMZFvtm69
The Chicago Fire Department joined the CPD, the City of Chicago, and the Nation in saying a final farewell to fallen Chicago Police Officer Luis Huesca. https://t.co/R3JDiEON2V
Today, Chicago police officer Luis Huesca will be laid to rest. My thoughts are with his family and his fellow officers on this difficult day.
Photos: The visitation and funeral for Chicago police officer Luis Huesca https://t.co/5D22agq5Dt