- A 17-year-old male was stabbed Sunday afternoon at Riverwalk Homes Apartments in Joliet, IL.
- The teen was rushed to Ascension St. Joseph Medical Center and remains in critical condition.
- A male juvenile has been detained as a person of interest and taken in for questioning.
- Police recovered a knife at the scene and are asking the public for tips and video footage.
JOLIET, Illinois — A 17-year-old is fighting for his life after being stabbed inside a Joliet apartment complex Sunday afternoon, and investigators are now questioning a juvenile in connection with the attack.
Joliet Police Department officers responded around 12:55 p.m. to Riverwalk Homes Apartments at 366 N. Broadway after reports of a stabbing. When they arrived, they found the teen on the fifth floor with a serious stab wound.
Emergency crews transported him to Ascension St. Joseph Medical Center, where he remains in critical condition.
Juvenile Detained at the Scene
Officers quickly secured the area and began canvassing for evidence and witnesses.
A male juvenile was detained as a person of interest and transported to the Joliet Police Department for questioning. Authorities also confirmed that a knife was recovered at the scene.
No charges have been announced as of Sunday afternoon, and no additional information about suspects has been released.
Investigation Is Active and Ongoing
Detectives are continuing to process evidence and gather information to determine what led up to the stabbing.
Police said the details released so far are considered preliminary, and the investigation remains active.
Police Are Asking for Your Help
If you were near Riverwalk Homes Apartments on Sunday afternoon or have video footage from the area, Joliet Police want to hear from you.
You can reach the Joliet Police Department Investigations Division directly at 815-724-3020.
To submit an anonymous tip, contact Will County Crime Stoppers at 800-323-6734 or submit your information online through their website.
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