A fatal shooting occurred inside an apartment at the Salem Walk Apartments in the 3600 block of South Salem Walk in unincorporated Glenview, Cook County, Illinois, on Saturday morning March 28, 2026. Cook County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the residence after receiving a call around 11 a.m. from Lilly Bova’s older sister, who reported hearing gunfire and finding her wounded.
Officers arrived to find the 16-year-old sophomore from Glenbrook South High School suffering from a gunshot wound. She was rushed by ambulance to Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge where she was pronounced dead. The shooting took place in this residential apartment complex located near Milwaukee Avenue and Golf Road in the north suburban area of unincorporated Glenview.
Lilly Bova was remembered by classmates at Glenbrook South High School as a cheerful and bubbly young woman whose energy brought a smile to everyone’s face. When she walked into a room, people wanted to talk to her and be around her. Friends described her as someone who lived with love and positivity, saying they would strive to carry her energy and bring her love into the world.
Teachers and schoolmates noted her kind and loving nature, with her quiet demeanor often drawing attention when she spoke. Her death has left the Glenbrook South community in shock as students and staff process the loss of a sophomore whose presence brightened daily life at the high school in Glenview.
Family members described Lilly Bova as a beautiful young woman with many interests and talents who was kind and loving. As a child she loved dressing up, which grew into a passion for fashion. She was learning to drive, a milestone that excited her with the promise of new independence. Her father recalled her as a bright light who was fearless and determined.
Lilly was a loving sister to her siblings and a caring partner to her girlfriend, with a big heart that made her a mentor to younger kids. Her goofy and affectionate nature included a contagious smile and a gift for making people laugh through TikTok videos and dances.
Lilly Bova excelled in school and extracurricular activities at Glenbrook South High School where she was an honor roll student and active participant in school functions and clubs. She particularly shone in culinary classes earning silver and gold medals at the 2023 and 2024 FCCLA Culinary competitions at Seven Springs.
She loved attending school dances and dressing up with senior prom being one of the highlights of her high school career. After graduating she planned to pursue further education and was excited about her future path. Her family and friends highlighted her hardworking spirit and the positive impact she had on those around her in Glenview.
The Glenbrook South High School community has been left in profound grief with extra counseling services activated for students and staff. School officials issued a statement calling the loss unimaginable and providing support resources for those affected by the tragedy at the Salem Walk Apartments in unincorporated Glenview.
Friends and classmates have shared heartfelt tributes emphasizing Lilly’s bubbly energy and the way she made everyone feel welcome. The community in Glenview and the north suburbs has rallied in mourning with vigils and messages of support for the family during this difficult time.
Cook County Sheriff’s Office detectives continue their investigation into the March 28 shooting inside the apartment at the Salem Walk Apartments in the 3600 block of South Salem Walk in unincorporated Glenview. A person of interest is being sought as authorities review evidence and witness statements from the residential complex near Milwaukee Avenue.
The case remains active with no arrests announced while police urge anyone with information from the area to contact investigators. As the community mourns the loss of a vibrant 16-year-old whose life ended far too soon, the focus remains on honoring Lilly Bova’s memory and seeking justice for the shooting in Glenview Illinois.
