Crystal Lake, Illinois – A suspicious package prompted a bomb squad response Tuesday afternoon in unincorporated Crystal Lake, temporarily closing a bike trail and nearby roads.
According to the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched around 1:05 p.m. to the bike trail near the intersection of Walkup Road and Hillside Road following a report of an unidentified package.
Responding deputies were unable to immediately determine the nature of the item and requested assistance from the Kane County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Unit to conduct a thorough investigation. Authorities secured the area while the investigation was underway.
After examining the package, the bomb unit determined it was not dangerous. Officials said the situation was safely resolved without injury.
All impacted roadways and the bike trail have since reopened. The sheriff’s office did not release additional details about the contents of the package.
Temporary closures in the area affected afternoon traffic and bike trail access, particularly for commuters and students traveling through the corridor.
The McHenry County Sheriff’s Office has not indicated whether further investigation is planned but confirmed there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Residents are encouraged to report unattended or suspicious items to local law enforcement.
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