The murder story of Briana Valle from Romeoville is covered on Discovery’s ‘Forbidden: Dying for Love: A Mother’s Nightmare’.

Briana Valle was the woman who died in a horrific shooting in early 2014. She was killed by her ex-boyfriend, Eric Maya, who was obsessed with her.

Obituary: Who Was Briana Valle From Romeoville?

Briana Valle was a 15-year-old teenager. She lived with her parents in Little Village, Illinois, before moving to Romeoville.

Valle was the daughter of Alicia F. Guerrero and Alejandro Valle. She was extremely dear to her sister,  Jesse Valle.

The young lady was known for her amazing fashion sense. She loved to dress up and style her hair and would make up for any occasion.

Valle was just admitted as a freshman at the local high school. At the same time, she had already been in a relationship with Eric Maya.

Two had met via an online site and began talking to each other. Valle had exchanged so many conversations using her mom’s Facebook profile.

Maya who was in his early 20s had lied to Briana about his age. She on the other hand had left her home to start a relationship with Maya.

Their relationship would not last long as Alicia and Alejandro would find out about them. Eventually, they moved to Romeoville with Briana.

As time passed, Valle had moved on from her separation from Maya. However, he would never stop threatening her.

Briana Valle Tragic Death: She Was Murdered By Her Boyfriend Eric Maya

Briana Valle was shot to death by her boyfriend Eric Maya.

On February 13, 2014, the young lady was gearing up for a drive to her school. While Maya dressed in a hooded outfit appeared and shot her in the head.

Her mother Alicia was also shot in the neck as she begged the gunman not to shoot her daughter.

Valle and her mother were rushed to the hospital by their neighbors. However, it was already too late for the 15-year-old.

Briana was declared brain dead by the medical staff. She took her last breath four days later on February 17, 2014.

Where Is Briana Valle Boyfriend Now? His Murder Charges

Briana Valle’s boyfriend Eric Maya was sentenced to 122 years in prison. He was charged with first-degree murder and several charges in 2014.

The killer Eric Maya was 24 years old when he was sentenced. He was identified via Facebook as he talked with Valle on her mom’s Facebook ID.

Eric was arrested hours later when he was found hiding in a car a few blocks away. He then confessed his obsession with Valle.

Moreover, had told the police that he was angry about the breakup. Ultimately, he was proved guilty and was taken to Pontiac Correctional Center.

Valle’s killer boyfriend is likely to spend his whole life behind the bars. He will be eligible for parole in the year 2131.