Members of Chicago’s Pilsen community turned out at a vigil in remembrance of a star high school athlete who had been gearing up to start his senior year but was fatally shot one week ago.
Juan Salgado, 17, was shot and killed on Aug. 19 near South Hamlin Avenue and West 26th Street in Little Village while driving a teammate home from soccer practice. On Monday, classmates, teammates, family and friends gathered near the Juarez Community Academy soccer fields to honor Juan.
The captain of the team – he was supposed to begin his senior year of high school on Monday.
“He was the best player out there, he was really good at soccer,” said his girlfriend, Natasha Flores. “He loved his team and was so excited for his senior season.”
Natasha said Juan was funny and loving. He was also respected by many.
“He was an amazing person, so …