St. Charles, IL – Hundreds of guests and staff were evacuated early Wednesday morning after a bomb threat was reported at the Q-Center hotel and convention complex in St. Charles.
According to the St. Charles Police Department, officers responded at approximately 7:15 a.m. to reports of a potential bomb threat at 1405 N. 5th Ave. The Kane County Sheriff’s Office bomb squad joined St. Charles Police to conduct a comprehensive search of the premises. Authorities stated that after a thorough investigation, no explosive device was found.
Officials said roughly 400 people were immediately evacuated from the Q-Center as a precaution. The area was secured by law enforcement while bomb squad units worked to ensure the safety of everyone on site.
Following clearance from authorities, all evacuated guests and staff were permitted to return to the facility. Police emphasized that there is no ongoing threat to the public, but the investigation remains active.
St. Charles Police continue to collaborate with partner agencies and urge anyone with information related to this incident to contact the department at 630-377-4435.
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