Niles, Illinois – The community of Niles, Illinois, is mourning the tragic passing of Angel Mata, a 17-year-old student at Maine East High School. Angel’s life was cut short on Monday, September 25, 2023, when he was struck by a vehicle, leaving his family, friends, and the entire community in shock and sorrow.
The Niles Police Department responded to a distress call at approximately 2:29 a.m., reporting an accident at the 8200 block of West Ballard Road. Angel was found at the scene with severe injuries and was rushed to Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. Tragically, despite medical efforts, he was later pronounced dead. Investigators have revealed that Angel was in the roadway when he was struck by a Nissan Xterra. Remarkably, the driver of the Xterra initially remained unaware of the collision with a pedestrian but is now actively cooperating with law enforcement authorities.
In an effort to aid in the investigation, the Major Crash Assistance Team has been called in to assist. Authorities urge anyone with relevant information regarding this incident to contact the Niles Police Department at 847-588-6570.
Angel Mata was known for his boundless optimism, a trait that endeared him to those around him. His infectious enthusiasm uplifted those in his presence and served as a poignant reminder of the strength found in maintaining a positive outlook on life. At just 17 years old, Angel possessed a heart of gold and a resilient spirit, exemplifying some of humanity’s most admirable qualities.
Uriel Carballido Alejo shared post of GoFundMe campaign, with the caption:
It’s not bad asking for help … so here we are ..In loving memory of Angel Mata my nephew .. will always miss you mijo
His compassion, dedication, leadership, creativity, resilience, and unwavering optimism made him a role model among his peers and an inspiration to all who had the privilege of knowing him.
In an effort to support Angel’s family during this difficult time, a GoFundMe campaign was initiated by Lupita Soriano on Monday. The statement accompanying the account reads, “These funds are to help me with the expenses of my son Angel who died in an accident, and since I am very low-income, we practically live day to day, and I have 3 more small children who like to help with whatever they like, thank you very much.”
The Niles community joins together in mourning the loss of Angel Mata, remembering him for the light he brought into the lives of those around him and the enduring impact of his positive spirit.
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