Aubrey Kane (“Da’j”) Found Dead: Aubrey Kane (“Da’j”) Tragically taken in a shooting inside her Chicago home
With profound sorrow and heavy hearts, we remember Aubrey Kane, lovingly known to many as “Da’j,” whose life was tragically taken in a shooting inside her Chicago home. Her sudden and violent passing has left family, friends, and the wider community stunned, grieving, and searching for comfort amid an overwhelming loss.
On Friday morning, just before 9:15 a.m., Chicago police responded to a residence in the 6900 block of North Bell Avenue in the West Rogers Park neighborhood after a well-being check was requested. Inside a second-floor unit, Aubrey, 36 years old, was found suffering from a gunshot wound to the abdomen. She was pronounced deceased at the scene. Authorities have confirmed the case is being investigated as a homicide, though few additional details have been released as the investigation remains active.
What unfolded behind the doors of that quiet residential building has shaken neighbors and loved ones alike. West Rogers Park is known for its calm streets and close-knit feel, making the tragedy even harder to comprehend. As police tape surrounded the building, residents stood in disbelief—grappling with the reality that a life had been lost where safety was once assumed.
Beyond the headlines and the investigation, Aubrey was a person—someone deeply loved, with a story that extends far beyond the circumstances of her death. She was a daughter, a friend, a presence whose absence is now painfully felt. Those who knew her remember her spirit, her individuality, and the way she left an imprint on the lives around her. She mattered. Her life mattered.
As detectives continue working to uncover what led to this heartbreaking loss, Aubrey’s loved ones are left to mourn a future taken far too soon. In this time of sorrow, the community is asked to hold space for compassion, respect, and patience as answers are sought.
🕊️ May Aubrey Kane (“Da’j”) rest in peace.
May her memory live on through the love she gave and the lives she touched, and may comfort and strength surround all who are grieving her loss.