Law enforcement officials in La Salle County, Illinois, are actively searching for a second suspect following an armed robbery incident in Streator that occurred on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. While one suspect, 18-year-old Joshua T. Hayes, has been taken into custody and charged, the individual who allegedly brandished the firearm remains at large. The incident took place at approximately 12:26 p.m. in the 500 block of West Frech Street. According to prosecutors, the victim, who is believed to be involved in drug activity, was robbed of cash and cannabis by two males. One of the perpetrators pressed a gun to the victim's head during the confrontation. Joshua T. Hayes appeared in La Salle County Circuit Court on Thursday, where he was presented with one count of armed robbery, a Class X felony carrying a sentence of six to 30 years with no possibility of probation. His public defender, Ryan Hamer, argued for release, citing shaky evidence and characterizing the victim as a drug dealer. However, Chief Judge H. Chris Ryan Jr. denied release, citing Hayes' criminal history, including a prior battery charge and a juvenile firearms offense, as well as the serious threat he poses to the public. Prosecutors allege that Hayes was an active participant in the holdup, with multiple witnesses placing him at the scene. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant. The La Salle County Sheriff's Office and local police are continuing their search for the second suspect. Individuals with information regarding the location or identity of the at-large suspect are encouraged to contact law enforcement immediately. Hayes is scheduled to return to court on October 2, 2026, for his arraignment. The case highlights the dangers associated with illicit drug transactions and the ongoing efforts by local law enforcement to apprehend all individuals involved in violent crimes.