Hammes Ave. Shooting Victim Fights For Life: Joliet Police

JOLIET, IL — Joliet police announced that an overnight gunshot victim suffered life-threatening injuries during a shooting that happened on Joliet's west side on Hammes Avenue. No arrests have been made.

Joliet police spokesman Dwayne English said the 28-year-old man was rushed to St. Joe's hospital in a private vehicle rather than by summoning a Joliet Fire Department ambulance.

As a result, Joliet police officers first arrived at the Emergency Room for St. Joe's at 3:29 a.m.

"During the preliminary investigation, it was learned that the victim may have been shot while in a vehicle near the 100 block of South Hammes Avenue," English announced. "Officers responded to this location and discovered evidence of a shooting.

"Joliet Police Detectives responded to the hospital and the scene of the shooting to begin their investigation."

English said that if anyone has information related to this incident, they are encouraged to contact the Joliet Police Department Investigation Unit at 815-724-3020. They can also contact Will County Crime Stoppers at 800-323-6734 or online if they wish to remain anonymous.