Carpentersville, IL – Two suspects have been arrested following a gang-related shooting that left three people injured in Carpentersville this week.
According to the Village of Carpentersville Public Safety Department, detectives executed a search warrant Friday in the 1500 block of Pawnee Road, resulting in the arrests of 21-year-old Rafael Ruiz Jr. of Aurora and a 17-year-old male from Carpentersville. Authorities allege both men were involved in a recent shooting tied to street gang activity.
Police said Ruiz faces charges including attempted murder, aggravated battery with a firearm, possession of a firearm by a street gang member, and multiple outstanding warrants. The juvenile suspect has also been charged with attempted murder, aggravated battery with a firearm, possession of a firearm by a street gang member, and obstructing justice.
Both suspects remain in custody as of Saturday. Authorities said the shooting left three victims injured, though the conditions of those individuals have not been publicly released.
The investigation is ongoing in coordination with the Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office. Officials emphasized that the arrests were the result of swift action by investigators and continued collaboration between local law enforcement and prosecutors.
Police noted that additional charges may be filed as the case develops. No further information about the victims or the motive has been disclosed, but officials confirmed the case remains an active gang-related investigation.
Residents are urged to report any information related to the shooting to the Carpentersville Police Department as authorities continue gathering evidence.
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