On May 23, 2026, at 2:24 p.m., officers responded to El Ranchito Supermarket located at 561 East Cass Street after receiving information that a male suspect had allegedly attached a skimming device to a credit card terminal at one of the store’s checkout lanes.

Officers reviewed store surveillance footage, which showed the suspect briefly removing an unknown object from his wallet and making contact with the credit card terminal before completing his transaction.

When confronted by a store employee, the suspect fled the business on foot. Officers canvassed the area but were unable to locate him. The skimming device used by the suspect was recovered by officers.

The suspect was last seen wearing a white T-shirt, gray sweatpants, black shoes and a tan hat.

Anyone who can identify the pictured suspect is encouraged to contact Detective German at the Joliet Police Department at (815) 724-3029.

Those wishing to remain anonymous may contact Will County Crime Stoppers at 800-323-6734 or submit a tip online through Crime Stoppers of Will County.