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DC Officer, VA Dad Killed In Motorcycle Crash Mourned As 'Everyone's Band-Aid'
To many, Nelson Casillas' presence was a safe place.
It's no wonder the 31-year-old Virginia dad worked in law enforcement, loved ones say: He was a comfort, a confident, and instantly put those around him at ease.
If you knew Nelson, you knew he'd be there for you.
But Casillas, a Washington DC police officer, died on Wednesday, June 7, in a motorcycle crash on Interstate 95, leaving the world a little bit grayer.
"Nelson will be remembered as a happy dreamer that was full of life and love," reads his obituary. "He was so loved by many and will be greatly missed."
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