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Widow of fallen Chicago police officer says his killing leaves a 'hopeless void'

More than $80,000 raised for family of Chicago police officer killed in line of duty
More than $80,000 raised for family of Chicago police officer killed in line of duty 00:38

CHICAGO (CBS) – As family and friends prepare to say goodbye to a Chicago police officer killed in the line of duty, the community is supporting his family.

The widow of Andrés Mauricio Vásquez Lasso posted photos on Facebook and wrote of her partner, "You dedicated your life doing what you loved most, every day you went to work with a smile from ear to ear … You leave a hopeless void in our hearts."

A GoFundMe started by Vásquez Lasso's family has already raised more than $80,000.

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