Vigil Held for Slain 19-Year-Old Luis Manuel Arguello-Inglis at Dolores Park

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09/06/2024 21h41

In a heartwarming display of love and remembrance, a vigil was held on Saturday for the slain 19-year-old, Luis Manuel Arguello-Inglis, at Dolores Park in San Francisco. Friends, family, and community members gathered to honor his memory and pay their respects.

Arguello-Inglis, described as focused, dedicated, and disciplined, was tragically gunned down at Dolores Park a few days prior. Two benches near 20th Street, overlooking the park, transformed into makeshift shrines adorned with mementos that depicted the young man's talents, tastes, and aspirations.

Among the items placed at the memorials were photographs capturing precious moments with loved ones, souvenirs from trips to Nicaragua and Spain, heartfelt lyrics, sentimental cards, a VHS tape of the movie Hook, and heaps of flowers, oranges, apples, and candy.

A graduate of Lowell High School who had just completed his first year at San Jose State University, Arguello-Inglis had a promising future ahead of him. His father, Irving Arguello, spoke to reporters, stating that his son had high hopes for his life.

The San Francisco Police Department revealed that the 19-year-old was discovered on Wednesday night with multiple gunshot wounds between 18th and 19th streets at Dolores Park. Despite the efforts of paramedics, Arguello-Inglis was pronounced dead at the scene.

In the days following the tragedy, loved ones transformed the two park benches into heartfelt memorials while also creating a GoFundMe page to support the teen's grieving parents. The family, in their GoFundMe statement, described Luis as a bright light in their lives, filled with love, laughter, and boundless potential.

The generosity of donors poured in, with one person praising Arguello-Inglis for leaving an indelible mark on the Muay Thai community and being a kind-hearted and talented athlete. Another donor, who taught him in freshman English class, remembered him as intelligent and thoughtful.

During the vigil, Arguello-Inglis' mother, Vicki Inglis, shared that her son inherited his father's passion for physical activities such as soccer, basketball, skateboarding, and martial arts. She held a cherished photograph of Luis cuddling with their adopted red heeler named Chucho, who was present at the gathering, providing comfort to mourners.

His older sister, Natalia Arguello, stood beside their mother, clutching a photo of her toddler brother. Through tears, she expressed her deep bond with Luis, calling him the most important person in her life. Both parents nodded in agreement, acknowledging the immense pain and loss they feel.

As the community continues to mourn, the world mourns the loss of a remarkable human being. The tragic end to the life of Luis Manuel Arguello-Inglis has left a void that can never be filled. The vigil at Dolores Park served as a testament to his impact and the love he inspired in those who knew him.

The investigation into Arguello-Inglis' murder is ongoing, with police urging anyone with information to come forward. The community stands united in seeking justice for his untimely death, vowing to keep his memory alive in their hearts.

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