Operation Streetsweeper in Joliet, Illinois, has led to the arrest of 21 individuals on various charges, including aggravated battery, narcotics delivery, and firearm offenses, aimed at reducing recent violent crime in the area. Joliet Police Chief Bill Evans emphasized that the operation is a collaborative effort involving multiple law enforcement agencies and targets repeat offenders who threaten community safety. Despite a 27 percent decrease in overall shootings over the past two years, the summer months have seen a concerning rise in violence, prompting this initiative. Among those arrested was D’Amonta Barber, linked to a previous shooting incident, along with others found in possession of modified firearms. Authorities plan to continue these operations, indicating that they will not tolerate illegal activities. The operation reflects an ongoing commitment to restoring security in Joliet neighborhoods and holding offenders accountable.