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Tragic Confrontation: 15-Year-Old Arrested for Murder After Fatal Shooting of 13-Year-Old in Joliet

JOLIET, Ill. — A 15-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of a 13-year-old after a shooting in Joliet earlier this week, authorities reported. The incident, which took place Monday, sent shockwaves through the community as details began to emerge. According to police, the suspect has been charged with first-degree murder and possession of a weapon, among other offenses. Authorities revealed that the two boys were acquainted and had been involved in an ongoing …

Mystery Boom in Joliet: Unfounded Social Media Claims Debunked by Grundy County Sheriff’s Thorough Investigation

JOLIET, Ill. — An uproar on social media over explosive-like sounds shaking homes in Joliet and Grundy County caused a flurry of wild speculations among residents. Claims ranged from moving pictures on walls to potential pipe bombs. However, authorities have discredited these theories following a comprehensive investigation. The initial chaos began on a late Friday evening when local Facebook groups started reporting that unusual booms had their homes rattling. This sparked a surge of activity …

Joliet Man Charged with Violent Attempted Robbery in Liquor Store Parking Lot Incident

Joliet, IL — A Joliet man is facing serious legal charges following an altercation in a liquor store parking lot that left another man injured. The Will County State’s Attorney’s Office has charged 66-year-old Lamarris Creal with two counts of aggravated battery and one count of attempted robbery after the incident at Highland Liquors. Authorities reported that the confrontation occurred around 3 p.m. on December 18, when Creal allegedly assaulted a 69-year-old man during a …

Slot Machine Scuffle Leads to Swift Arrest at Hollywood Casino, Joliet Police Take Action

Joliet, IL — A distressing incident occurred at a casino in Joliet where a man was brutally attacked while using a slot machine, leading to an immediate police response and subsequent arrest. The Joliet Police Department stated that the attack happened Thursday night at the Hollywood Casino, a venue popular among locals and tourists alike. The victim was entirely absorbed in the game when suddenly assaulted from behind, sustaining several injuries. Witnesses reported that the …

Body of Missing Joliet Man Found in River Raises Concerns of Serial Killer Targeting Victims

Joliet, Illinois – Each year, authorities in Joliet find themselves facing a grim reality as they respond to incidents of death along the treacherous Des Plaines River canal. Most recently, on April 19, the Joliet Fire Department recovered the body of 37-year-old Robert Long, bringing another tragic case to light. This discovery comes after the earlier incident in March, where the body of Deshawn J. Green, also 37 years old, was found at the Brandon …

25-Year-Old Man Found Dead in Joliet After Multiple Gunshot Wounds: Police Investigation Underway

Joliet, Illinois – Authorities in Joliet, Illinois are investigating the tragic homicide of a 25-year-old man found dead after sustaining multiple gunshot wounds. The incident took place on the night of Wednesday, May 29, 2024, when Joliet Police Officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 2300 block of White Birch Lane, near Glenwood Avenue and Republic Avenue. Upon their arrival, officers discovered the unresponsive victim in the parking lot of a nearby apartment building …

Tragic Murder-Suicide in Joliet Reveals Disturbing Allegations of Abuse and Violence

Joliet, Illinois – A tragic murder-suicide unfolded on the streets of Joliet, where Melissa Aud-Headlee, 35, lost her life after being fatally stabbed multiple times in the chest by her husband, Michael Aud-Headlee, 32, before he took his own life. The couple’s troubled past and ongoing divorce proceedings shed light on the harrowing events that led to this heartbreaking incident. Court records from Will County reveal a pattern of alleged abuse and fear on Melissa’s …

Tragic Murder-Suicide in Joliet Leaves Husband and Wife Dead: Police

Joliet, Illinois – A tragic murder-suicide involving a Joliet woman and her estranged husband shocked the community on Sunday. The couple, identified as Melissa and Michael Aud-Headlee, were discovered by authorities following a distressing call to the 3400 block of Pandola Avenue. Responding officers found Melissa, 35, with multiple stab wounds while Michael, 32, also suffered from stab wounds nearby. Both individuals were rushed to Ascension St. Joseph Medical Center but were pronounced dead upon …

Man fatally stabs wife, kills himself during argument in Joliet – Child unharmed in tragic incident

Joliet, Illinois – Tragedy struck in Joliet as a man fatally stabbed his wife during an argument before taking his own life in a heartbreaking turn of events on Saturday. The couple, whose identities have not been disclosed, were in the midst of a divorce, the local police department reported. The 32-year-old man attacked his 35-year-old wife outside a residence in the 3400 block of Pandola Avenue before inflicting harm on himself. Both individuals were …

Manhunt Underway for Suspect in Connection with Joliet Shooting Deaths

Joliet, Illinois – A man suspected in the shooting deaths of seven people in Joliet was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after a confrontation with law enforcement in Texas on Monday night. The incident sparked an intense manhunt for the suspect, identified as Romeo Nance, who was considered armed and dangerous by the police. Authorities were first alerted to the situation after multiple individuals were found dead inside two residences in the 2200 …