Police investigate bomb threat at suburban home of Pope Leo's brother
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Key Points:
- Police in New Lenox responded to a bomb threat at the home of Pope Leo's brother around 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, establishing a secure perimeter and evacuating nearby neighbors as a precaution.
- A thorough search by police and specialized units, including bomb-sniffing K9s from the Will County Sheriff's Office, found no explosive devices or hazardous materials.
- Authorities determined the bomb threat to be unsubstantiated and emphasized that making false reports of this nature is a serious offense that may lead to criminal charges.
- The investigation into the bomb threat is ongoing.
