Thirteen-year-old Javier Cayetano of Joliet, Illinois, was killed by gunfire on February 21, 2019. He was with friends in the Reedswood neighborhood when a gunman opened fire around 7:43 p.m. in the 300 block of South May Street, striking Javier and two other juveniles. Javier, a student at Dirksen Junior High School who enjoyed soccer and video games, died that night from multiple gunshot wounds.

Investigators from the Joliet Police Department have been pursuing leads, conducting interviews and collecting digital and forensic evidence. No arrests have been announced, and police say the case remains an active priority. Neighbors are asked to check for any surveillance footage or information from the area around the time of the shooting that could assist the investigation.

If anyone saw the shooting or has information that could help identify the shooter, please contact the Joliet Police Department.