STREATOR, IL – After more than three months on the run, Tyler D. Skerett, wanted in connection with a deadly shooting in Streator, has been apprehended. On Monday, July 28, 2025, members of the U.S. Marshals Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force located and arrested Skerett in the Chicagoland area, bringing a critical break to a case that has deeply impacted the community.
The arrest stems from a homicide that occurred on April 20, 2025, when officers from the Streator Police Department responded to a report of gunshots at the intersection of Main Street and Sterling Street. Upon arrival, they found the scene empty but soon learned that a vehicle containing three gunshot victims had arrived at OSF Hospital in Streator.
Among the occupants was a 17-year-old juvenile who had sustained fatal injuries. The teen was pronounced dead shortly after arrival at the hospital. Two other occupants were treated for serious gunshot wounds. The shooting prompted a large-scale investigation involving multiple agencies and law enforcement jurisdictions.
Through extensive investigative efforts, Skerett was identified as the primary suspect. Authorities filed multiple felony charges against him, including:
- Murder
- Attempted Murder
- Aggravated Battery
- Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm
- Armed Habitual Criminal
A warrant was subsequently issued for Skerett’s arrest, and he was listed as a wanted fugitive. Law enforcement agencies across the state worked collaboratively to locate him, culminating in his arrest on July 28. After his capture, Skerett was transported to the LaSalle County Jail, where he remains in custody pending a detention hearing.
Authorities emphasized that Tyler D. Skerett is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Multi-Agency Cooperation Praised
The successful arrest of Skerett would not have been possible without a coordinated effort among numerous law enforcement bodies. The Streator Police Department publicly expressed its gratitude to the following agencies for their support and contributions throughout the investigation:
- U.S. Marshals Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force
- LaSalle County Sheriff’s Office
- Livingston County Sheriff’s Office
- Illinois State Police
- Tri-Dent (Tri-County Drug Enforcement Narcotics Team)
- Peoria Police Department
- Spring Valley Police Department
- LaSalle County State’s Attorney’s Office
- Ottawa Police Department
- LaSalle County Coroner’s Office
“This was a dangerous individual who posed a threat to public safety,” said a representative from the Streator Police Department. “Because of the tireless efforts of our officers and partner agencies, we were able to bring him into custody without further harm to the public. We are grateful for the collaboration that made this possible.”
Community Impact and Ongoing Proceedings
The shooting on April 20 left the Streator community shaken, particularly as one of the victims was a minor. Community leaders and school officials have since called for additional youth intervention efforts, while residents held vigils to honor the young life lost.
As the legal process moves forward, the LaSalle County State’s Attorney’s Office will handle the prosecution of the case. Skerett’s detention hearing date has not yet been released publicly, but more updates are expected in the coming days.
Anyone with additional information related to the shooting or the events leading up to it is encouraged to contact the Streator Police Department.
This arrest marks a significant milestone in a painful chapter for the community—bringing hope for justice, healing, and ultimately, closure for the family of the young victim.
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