Above / The Naperville Police Department seeks information regarding gunshots heard in downtown Naperville Friday evening. Investigators welcome information from witnesses at (630) 548-2955. PN file photos are used to help flag stories related to Naperville Police and Fire Department responses to investigations and emergency calls, always reminding readers that keeping the community safe is everyone’s responsibility. Thanks always for calling 911 whenever necessary to report an accident or what seems suspicious or unsafe. Be alert by day and by night. Stay safe.
Update, April 22, 2026 / INFORMATION WANTED 630-420-6006 NPD report # 2026-00020117
NAPERVILLE CRIME STOPPERS are offering a cash reward up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest of the offender(s) responsible for the aggravated discharge of a firearm that occurred in downtown Naperville near the parking garage located at 75 E. Chicago Ave., Naperville, around 8PM on Fri., April 17, 2026.
Note: NPD report # 2026-00020117.
At this time, there is no indication that anyone was injured during the incident.
If you witnessed this incident or have any information about it or the suspect(s) involved, please contact CRIME STOPPERS at (630) 420-6006 or through their website: www.NapervilleCrimeStoppers.com.
Your information is important to Crime Stoppers and all callers may remain anonymous. A cash reward is being offered for information that leads to an arrest in this incident.
Report by NPD Public Information
On Friday, April 17, 2026, at approximately 7:55PM, officers on patrol in the downtown area heard what appeared to be gunshots coming from an alley near the 0–100 block of East Chicago Avenue. Officers immediately responded to the area and observed several juveniles fleeing the vicinity.
During a search of the area, officers located evidence consistent with gunfire. Witnesses in the area reported hearing the shots, but did not observe the incident itself. At this time, no victims have been identified, and no property damage has been reported.
Officers detained several individuals in the immediate area as part of the investigation. After questioning, the individuals were released. At this time, no firearm has been recovered and the investigation remains ongoing.
The Naperville Police Department will continue to investigate this incident and follow up on all available leads.
Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Naperville Police Department at (630) 548-2955 or email Napervillecrimetips@naperville.il.us.
