Teen found dead in Doraville apartment; friends gather for vigil

The Brief

  • A balloon release and vigil were held at Brook Run Park in Dunwoody to honor 16-year-old Angelina Vargas Lagunes, who was found unresponsive and pronounced dead at Rowen Apartment Homes.
  • Friends and family shared emotional tributes, highlighting Angelina’s kindness, deep friendships, and the profound impact of her loss on those who loved her.
  • Angelina’s friends expressed their grief and the difficulty of accepting her absence, emphasizing the importance of reaching out for support during tough times.

DORAVILLE, Ga. A balloon release was held on Tuesday evening at Brook Run Park in Dunwoody to honor honor 16-year-old Angelina Vargas Lagunes, who was found unresponsive and pronounced dead at Rowen Apartment Homes.

Her mother, Remedios Lagunes, told FOX 5 she wants to see justice and whoever did this to pay.

Death of Angelina Vargas Lagunes

What we know:

According to the Doraville Police Department, an officer was dispatched to Rowen Apartment Homes at 2100 Winters Park Drive around 3:28 p.m. on April 5.

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