Aliyah Monique Salazar, a 17-year-old female from Joliet, Illinois, tragically lost her life on December 31, 2017, due to gun violence. Aliyah, who was of Hispanic descent, was fatally shot while sitting in the backseat of a car with friends in a notoriously dangerous area known as "The Hill" in Joliet. The incident occurred shortly before midnight when a gunman opened fire on their vehicle, spraying it with bullets.
Aliyah and another teenager, Victor Arroyo, aged 15, were both killed in the attack. The car, driven by a 21-year-old man, was parked on Rosalind Street at the time of the shooting.
The investigation into the double murder of Aliyah Salazar and Victor Arroyo has been challenging for the Joliet Police Department. Initially, the surviving witnesses were reluctant to cooperate with the police, which hindered the progress of the investigation. Despite these challenges, the police have identified a person of interest in the case. However, this individual has retained legal counsel, making it difficult for the authorities to question him further. As of the latest updates, no arrests have been made, and the case remains active with the police working closely with the State's Attorney's Office to bring charges against the suspect.
The community of Joliet was deeply affected by the loss of Aliyah Salazar, a young woman whose life was cut short by senseless violence. Her funeral services were held at Delgado Funeral Home, followed by her burial at Elmhurst Cemetery in Joliet. The case continues to be a painful reminder of the ongoing issues with gun violence in certain areas of the city. The police remain committed to solving the case and bringing justice to the families of Aliyah Salazar and Victor Arroyo.
