Joliet, IL – Police in Joliet are asking residents to avoid the 900 block of Ann Street today following an active incident that began early Friday afternoon.
According to the Joliet Police Department, officers responded around 1:30 p.m. and requested that residents in the immediate area shelter in place. A reverse 9-1-1 notification was issued to nearby households with instructions to remain indoors until further notice. Authorities said a second alert will be sent once the situation is resolved.
Police confirmed that one subject is already in custody, but details surrounding the incident remain limited. Officials stressed that the scene remains fluid and urged residents to stay clear of the area to allow both police and fire crews full access to equipment and personnel.
Law enforcement has not yet released information on the nature of the incident or whether there is any ongoing threat to the public. Authorities have also not specified how long the shelter-in-place advisory will remain in effect.
The Joliet Police Department assured the community that updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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