Recognizing the Life of Chicago Police Officer Areanah Preston

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Mr. JACKSON of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to address the heartbreaking tragedy of a young and courageous public servant, Chicago Police Officer Areanah Preston, who was senselessly killed near her Avalon Park home this past weekend.

Officer Preston, just 24 years of age, had already devoted 3 years to protecting the citizens of Chicago, working tirelessly in the West Roseland community. She was also an exemplary student on the cusp of graduating from Loyola University with a master's of jurisprudence in Chicago today. Areanah's life was marked by her kindness, intellect, and unwavering commitment to service.

Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues in the House to join me in offering our shared condolences to Officer Preston's family, friends, and colleagues and to join me in honoring her life and unwavering dedication to protecting and serving the entire city of Chicago.

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