Teen Shot at on Black Road, Police Investigating Shots Fired Incidents
On May 8, 2025, at 2:52 p.m., Officers responded to the 1700 block of Black Road for a report of shots fired. It was reported to Officers that a 14-year-old male was shot at while walking in the area.
It is believed that the gunfire came from the passenger seat of a passing vehicle that was eastbound on Black Road.
During a canvass of the area, it was discovered that two vehicles and a garage door in the 1700 block of Black Road had been struck by gunfire. No injuries were reported.
On May 8, 2025, at 10:47 p.m., Officers responded to the 700 block of Henry Street for a report of shots fired.
Upon arrival, Officers located nearly 20 spent shell casings in the street. Officers conducted a canvass of the area and were unable to locate any persons or property that had been struck by the gunfire.
Anyone with video footage or information related to this shooting is encouraged to contact the
Joliet Police Department Investigation Division at (815) 724-3020. They can also contact Will
County Crime Stoppers at 800-323-6734 or online at https://crimestoppersofwillcounty.org/ if they wish to remain anonymous.