A star soccer participant for the Saint Xavier University Football program, Mason Santiago, has died in a automobile accident.
Santiago’s demise occurred Sunday in a crash on I-80 westbound between La Grange Road and Harlem Avenue in Tinley Park, in keeping with the Illinois State Police.
The accident concerned an SUV and a semi, though the circumstances main as much as the crash the place not instantly clear.
Authorities didn’t determine the 2 individuals deceased within the crash, however posts on social media indicated one of many lifeless was Santiago.
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Santiago was a sophomore at Saint Xavier University learning sports activities communications. He beforehand performed soccer at Providence Catholic High School and the Saint Xavier Cougars in faculty. The 6 foot 1, 190 lb New Lenox Ill native performed as a linebacker.
Tributes to Santiago popped up throughout social media, with one individual writing: “For our race families. Please keep the Santiago family in their prayers during this difficult time. Double nickels (#55) was one of our favorite racers when Conner entered the arena. Nothing but love, hugs and prayers during these difficult days to Mason’s parents, siblings & family during these difficult days,”
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