Aurora family speaks out after son dies in weekend shooting

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The family of a 17-year-old boy is speaking out after he became the victim of a deadly shooting in Denver’s Green Valley Ranch neighborhood .

It was the third shooting in as many months in the community.

“He was a very loving young man. Extremely loving,” said Jen.

Jen describes her son, 17-year-old Giovanni, as a respectful young man who lived life to the fullest.

“Every time he got up, the first thing he would do is say, ‘good morning milo mama,'” she said. “He had no enemies. He had just nothing but friends.”

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Giovanni also had a passion for playing all kinds of sports.

“He learned to snowboard since he was five, he then got into the BMX,” said Jen. “Lately he was into playing the guitar, so he was playing the guitar with his friends.

CBS News Colorado sat down with Jen, who chose to keep her identity hidden for her family’s safety, as they continue to process the tragedy of losing their son to what they believe was gang-related violence.

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