16-Year-Old Girl Fatally Shot in Glenview

Authorities searching for person of interest after weekend shooting

Mar. 29, 2026 at 5:07am

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A 16-year-old girl was fatally shot on Saturday morning in unincorporated suburban Glenview, according to the Cook County sheriff's office. Police responded to a call about a possible gunshot victim and found the teen with a gunshot wound. She was transported to a nearby hospital where she was pronounced dead.

Why it matters

Gun violence involving minors is an ongoing tragedy in the Chicago area, with many young lives lost. This incident raises concerns about public safety and the need for greater community-based solutions to address the root causes of youth violence.

The details

Sheriff's officers responded to a call about a possible gunshot victim in the 3600 block of South Salem Walk around 11 a.m. on Saturday and found the 16-year-old girl with a gunshot wound. She was taken to Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, where she was pronounced dead. Authorities are searching for a person of interest and are encouraging anyone with information to contact the Sheriff's Police detectives.

  • The incident occurred on Saturday, March 29, 2026 around 11 a.m.

The players

Lilly B. Bova

The 16-year-old victim who was fatally shot.

Cook County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

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The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the ongoing challenges of gun violence and youth safety in the Chicago region, and the critical need for community-based solutions to address the root causes and prevent such senseless loss of life.