Joliet shooting: Travoccia W. Dillard arrested after firing shot, prompting shelter-in-place order near 900-block of Ann Street
Share this @internewscast.com

JOLIET, Ill. (WLS) — A man was detained after allegedly firing a gun into the air, leading to a shelter-in-place directive in Joliet on Friday afternoon, according to police.

Travoccia W. Dillard, a 25-year-old Joliet man, is charged with Reckless Discharge of a Firearm in connection with the incident.

ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch

Joliet police were dispatched to the 900 block of Ann Street around 1:30 p.m. following a report of gunfire into the air, as stated by the police. Area residents were alerted with a reverse 911 call to remain indoors.

Police said another Joliet resident, who was visiting someone in the area, had been involved in a social media dispute with Dillard.

Dillard allegedly took a gun out of his home and fired a shot into the air before heading back inside and changing his clothes, police said.

Responding officers called Dillard out of the home, and he came out with his girlfriend while holding his infant child.

Dillard was taken into custody and transported to the Joliet Police Department, where he denied firing the gun, investigators said.

By approximately 3 p.m., police announced the area was secure, allowing the shelter-in-place order to be lifted. Schools were instructed to postpone dismissal during the situation.

No one was injured, and it is not clear if there was any property damage, police said.

Anyone with information or video of the incident is asked to call the Joliet Investigations Division at (815) 724-3020.

Those wishing to remain anonymous can call Will County Crime Stoppers at 800-323-6734 or visit https://crimestoppersofwillcounty.org

Copyright © 2025 WLS-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like
US civilian interpreter killed in Syria identified as devoted father of four

US Civilian Interpreter Tragically Lost in Syria Remembered as Dedicated Father of Four

The tragic loss of Ayad Mansoor Sakat, a civilian interpreter, in Palmyra,…
'My dad is dead': Slain Jacksonville musician's family demands arrest in road rage shooting

Family of Jacksonville Musician Killed in Road Rage Incident Urges Authorities to Make an Arrest

The family of Joe Starkey, a well-known musician from Jacksonville, has broken…
FBI Leaked Memo Shows Building Domestic “Extremist” List

FBI Leak Reveals Secret Efforts to Compile Domestic Extremist Watchlist: Unveiling Controversial Tactics

Federal authorities under President Donald Trump are quietly building a domestic “extremist”…
Tennessee governor pardons country star Jelly Roll, who has sought redemption from criminal past

Tennessee Governor Grants Pardon to Country Star Jelly Roll, Embracing Redemption from Troubled Past

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — In a significant turn of events, Tennessee Governor Bill…
Trump's handpicked board votes to rename Washington performing arts center the Trump-Kennedy Center

Trump-Appointed Board Decides to Rebrand Washington Arts Venue as the Trump-Kennedy Center

In a controversial decision, the board appointed by President Donald Trump has…
Road rage shooting in Clay County leaves 18-year-old injured; man arrested

Clay County Road Rage Incident: Teen Wounded, Suspect in Custody

A 62-year-old man named Ruben Rodriguez is currently facing three charges of…
David Harbour nabs stranger’s hat in bizarre incident at California bar

David Harbour’s Unusual Hat Swap Moment at California Bar

David Harbour, the renowned star of “Stranger Things,” found himself at the…
Nonprofit I Am A Gentleman gifts new clothes to those living at Chicago's Pacific Gardens Mission shelter in South Loop

Empowering Change: I Am A Gentleman Provides New Wardrobes to Pacific Gardens Mission Residents in Chicago’s South Loop

CHICAGO (WLS) — An early dose of holiday cheer arrived for over…
'Just heartless': Ponte Vedra grandmother scammed out of $200K she saved for grandson with autism

Heartbreak in Ponte Vedra: Scammers Steal $200K Meant for Grandson’s Future

In a heartbreaking turn of events, an 82-year-old grandmother from Ponte Vedra…
Venezuela accuses US of 'piracy' after seizing massive oil tanker

Can Maduro Withstand Trump’s Intensified Oil Sanctions Targeting Venezuela’s Vulnerabilities?

For years, Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro has managed to stay in power…
Luigi Mangione defense says cops peddled bogus mom quote as judge weighs if evidence will make it to trial

Defense Challenges Police Credibility: Judge to Decide Fate of Key Evidence in Luigi Mangione Case

On Thursday, the defense team for Luigi Mangione, who faces murder charges,…
Nets Notebook: Haywood Highsmith still progressing, no timeline for return

Brooklyn Nets Update: Haywood Highsmith’s Comeback Progresses, Return Date Uncertain

Though Haywood Highsmith has been a guiding force from the sidelines, the…